If you’ve ever stepped outside during wildfire season and felt your throat scratch or your eyes sting, you know wildfire smoke is more than just a nuisance—it’s a real threat to your health. As wildfires become more frequent and intense, especially with climate change, understanding the affects of wildfire smoke and human health is more […]
Ever noticed how the air feels heavy on high-smog days or after a wildfire? Turns out, it’s not just your lungs that take a hit — your brain and blood vessels do too. The link between air pollution and stroke is getting a lot more attention these days, especially as more people ask, “how does […]
Did you ever wonder how air pollution affects heart health? It’s not just about coughing or watery eyes — there’s a strong connection between what’s floating in the air and what’s happening inside your arteries. Let’s break down how air pollution and heart disease are linked, and what you can do to protect yourself and […]
Air pollution, especially fine and ultrafine particles, poses significant health risks to older adults. Seniors are more vulnerable due to age-related declines in immunity and chronic health conditions, leading to higher rates of respiratory and cardiovascular disease, cognitive decline, and increased mortality. Reducing exposure — through policy changes, personal precautions, and community education — can […]
When we think about air pollution, we often picture smoggy city skylines, busy highways, or plumes of smoke rising from factories. But did you know that some of the most dangerous pollutants are completely invisible to the naked eye? These are called ultrafine particles (UFPs), and they’re quietly affecting our health in ways many people […]
If you’ve ever wondered how the air you breathe might affect your brain, you’re not alone. Air pollution is now being recognized as a contributor to neurological diseases, including Alzheimer’s disease. Recent research shows a strong association between poor air quality and increased risk of Alzheimer’s, especially when it comes to ultrafine particles (UFPs) and […]
Let’s face it—kids are like little sponges, soaking up everything around them. That includes the air they breathe, which can quietly shape how well they learn and grow. Air pollution and learning in children is a topic that’s getting more attention for good reason: clean air is just as important for a child’s brain as […]
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