Health
Air Pollution Claims Nearly 7 Million Lives Worldwide Each Year
Air pollution represents the single greatest environmental risk to human health and is linked to nearly 7 million premature deaths every year, according to data from the World Health Organization (WHO). WHO estimates show that as many as 89 percent…
Does Exercise Make Sense When the Air Is Bad?
That evening, there wasn’t a single free parking space in front of my building, so I parked about a hundred meters away, near the playground. The fog was thick, and the heavy mix of smog and moisture was already pressing…
Microplastics – The Invisible Culprit Behind the Rise in Neurological Disorders?
Once again, scientists have surprised us with new findings about microplastics – and this time, they are far from reassuring. A study conducted by the American Academy of Neurology has revealed a concerning link between the presence of marine microplastics…
How Air Pollution Affects Our Cognitive Abilities
A recent study by scientists from the University of Birmingham and the University of Manchester has revealed that even short-term exposure to high concentrations of air pollution particles (PM) can negatively impact cognitive functions, making it harder to focus, recognize…
In Silence Grows a Healthy Child: The Negative Impact of Noise We Often Overlook
Environmental awareness tends to grow more intensely when the negative consequences of pollution become closer to our everyday lives or directly affect us. This is natural since we care the most when those dearest to us, especially the most vulnerable…
Over 200,000 Deaths in the EU Linked to PM2.5 Fine Particle Exposure
Air pollution poses a serious threat to human health, with persistently high pollution levels remaining a concern despite efforts by countries to reduce it. This was reaffirmed by the latest assessment from the European Environment Agency. Citizens of European Union…
European Universities Launch Training for Future Doctors on the Impact of Climate Change on Health
Climate change brings about the need for numerous societal changes. Therefore, across Europe, twenty-five universities have launched a network aiming to educate over 10,000 medical students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address health protection and the impacts of…