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Exposure to air pollution is associated with risk of stroke: Study

According to a meta-analysis short-term exposure to air pollution may be associated with an elevated risk of stroke. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Sep 29, 2023

Stroke risk increases within 5 days of exposure to air pollution

While air pollution continues to remain a serious health concern, the findings of a new study has revealed the deeper impact of this menace on human health. As per a study published in the Neurology journal, there is a strong and significant correlation between gaseous and particulate air pollutants and…

The Times of India · Sep 29, 2023

Forever chemicals at former Nasa lab are leaking into LA River, say watchdogs

Toxic substances pollute the Boeing and government-owned site and are probably contaminating nearby river used to water crops

The Guardian - US · Sep 28, 2023

T.N. reconstitutes State Biodiversity Board

TN State Biodiversity Board reconstituted, incl. 3 special invitees from Industries, Animal Husbandry, Pollution Control. Minister for Forests chair, ex-officio members incl. Secretaries of Environment, Rural Dev., Agriculture, PCCF, CWLW. Retired IFS officer, Prof. K. Sivakumar, Florida Tilton, Assoc. Prof. V. Gokula, Assoc. Prof. S. Geetha members. Secretaries of Industries,…

The Hindu · Sep 27, 2023

EVs have a tire-shredding problem

The tiny fragments that tires release into the environment are yet another reason to reduce car use

Salon · Sep 27, 2023

Europe’s air pollution crisis: inside the 29 September Guardian Weekly

Continental choke point. Plus: inside the mind of Elon Musk

The Guardian - UK · Sep 27, 2023

More carbon neutral gadgets are coming but check labels

Some of Apple's latest gadgets are made with greener materials and cut pollution with new modes of transport in a move experts say could start a trend.

AAP · Sep 26, 2023

Living In Polluted Areas Increases Risk Of Breast Cancer, New Study Finds

Breathing in high quantities of particulate matter raises breast cancer chance by 8%, says NIH research

Zenger · Sep 25, 2023

Walk to Kankumbi, where the Malaprabha originates, marks World Rivers Day

Members of various orgs & environmentalists organised World Rivers Day in Belagavi, walking to Kankumbi village to launch “Malaprabha Saurakshan Abiyan”. They adopted a resolution to conserve the Malaprabha basin from origin to confluence. Resource persons spoke of conservation & police commissioner on pollution. Retired Navy officer & consultant with…

The Hindu · Sep 25, 2023

Follow guidelines to curb dust pollution during winter: Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai to govt, private construction agencies

NEW DELHI: Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai on Monday instructed government and private construction agencies to follow the guidelines to control dust pollution in the city during the winter season.

The Times of India · Sep 25, 2023