Chemicals in air pollution linked with serious eye disease: Living in a more polluted area is associated with a greater likelihood of having glaucoma, a debilitating eye condition that can cause blindness.
Category: Air Pollution Chemicals
Cleaning with Bleach Harms Pets, People: Scientists
If you clean with bleach you might want to rethink that practice. Researchers have now discovered that bleach fumes, in combination with light and a citrus compound found in many household products, can form airborne particles that might be harmful when inhaled by pets or people.
Air Pollution Linked to COPD, Decreased Lung Functioning
A new study has linked air pollution to decreases in lung functioning and an increased risk for COPD.
Air pollution linked with “huge” reduction in IQ
We have reported in recent times on studies linking air pollution to weight gain, diabetes, heart disease and a variety … More
Unborn Babies may be Exposed to Chemicals from Air Pollution: Study
In a new study that is disturbing but not that shocking scientists have discovered that healthy mothers-to-be are breathing in … More
Perfume, Cleaning Products Cause as Much Air Pollution as Cars
The next time you go to spritz your favorite perfume or clean the bathtub, remember that you are contributing to … More
Commonly used chemicals endanger brain development: New report
In addition to mercury and lead, flame retardants, air pollutants and chemicals found in many plastics, cosmetics and food containers … More
