We typically spend 80% of our time indoors, where the quality of the air we breathe depends on the age and type of building we occupy, as well as indoor pollution and outdoor pollution sources. But ...
People may be exposed to unhealthy levels of airborne pollutants inside their homes, even if the outdoor air quality is good, a new study reveals. Researchers at the University of Birmingham used ...
Indoor microplastics from textiles, dust, and food can accumulate in the human gut, disrupting microbiota and causing inflammation. Research sindicates thatparticle size, shape, and chemical additives ...
University of Birmingham researchers have developed a low-cost means of measuring indoor air quality in schools—creating new opportunities to safeguard the health of young people. The researchers ...
VIENNA — Exposure to indoor air pollution may contribute to inflammation and autonomic nervous system dysfunction in patients with congestive heart failure who spend a lot of time inside, according to ...
Tiny particles, heavy metals, and toxic molecules could be lurking in your home this winter. One potential culprit? Your humidifier. During winter, air pollution is a concern indoors as much as it is ...
Ahead of this year’s International Day of Clean Air for blue skies , we’ve built a glossary of the terms most important for ...
There’s something deeply satisfying about lighting a candle while taking a bath, misting a room before guests arrive or plugging in an essential oil diffuser as you get your chores done. But those ...