Tag: air quality
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7 Ways Your Bedroom Is Making You Sick (And How to Fix It)
Most people think of their bedroom as a sanctuary and place of relaxation, but it could unknowingly make you sick. For instance, unwashed bedding or poor air quality may cause allergies to flare up, leading to sleep problems and low energy. However, we can safeguard ourselves from these hazards by removing sources of dangerous chemicals…
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How to Protect Yourself From Wildfire Smoke
Forest fires can impair breathing; take these steps to lessen lung damage. In recent years, the world has seen a rising number of wildfires. Recently much of North America suffered the impact of forest fires burning across Canada. And it wasn’t just most Canadians breathing heavy after inhaling it. Heavy wildfire smoke hovered over major American…
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Canadian Study Links Lockdowns to Cleaner Air in Urban Areas
Canadian researchers have found that pandemic lockdowns have resulted in cleaner air in major cities. Throughout the virus outbreak, billions of people worldwide have had to adjust to a new way of life. Many of them have started working from home to prevent the further spread of the virus. Therefore, carbon emissions and mobility have…
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California Cut Toxic Emissions by 78% Over Past 25 Years
A new study by scientists at UC Berkeley found that toxic emissions in California fell by 78% since 1990. Specifically, researchers found that diesel exhaust dropped dramatically between the study period of 1990-2014. The study was published last month in the journal Science. Because of California’s strict air pollution control policies, deaths attributed to diesel…
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4 Ways To Help Reduce Health Risks From Pollution
Pollution is everywhere. It surrounds us, and it’s virtually unavoidable. In our modern world, emissions of all kinds pose threats to both the planet and us. It can be nerve-wracking to think of all that danger to yourself and your loved ones. But does it have to be this way? Unfortunately, there’s no real way…
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15 Indoor Plants That Improve Air Quality
Indoor plants are not just valuable for their beauty and the extra oxygen they add to the air. Plants can also help to improve air quality, both at home and in the workplace, acting as natural filters and improving overall health. They may assist in the workplace battle against sick building syndrome and minimize exposure…