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Black Carbon and Your Lungs: New Evidence Emerges
A new study, set to appear in the upcoming January issue of the journal Environmental Research, finds that long-term exposure to Black Carbon (BC) is associated with increased incidence of adult-onset asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).1 These findings...
Indoor Air Quality and the Holidays: What to Know (and Be Grateful For)
The holidays are a special time — filled with warmth, food, laughter, and gathering with the people who matter most. As we come together in homes filled with cooking and celebration, the air we breathe becomes an important (and often...
The Role of Air Quality in Preventing and Managing Diabetes
November 14 is World Diabetes Day, when the global health community focuses on raising awareness of diabetes and how to prevent, manage, and live well with it. This year’s theme from the World Health Organization emphasizes that “diabetes can affect...
Alarming Link Between Common Infections and Heart Diseases
It’s cold and flu season, a source of stress and anxiety for some people—like senior or immunocompromised folks. But for many others, catching the flu is an unpleasant reality but nothing to worry about. A sweeping new analysis published in...
Reduce Viral Load and Body Burden during Cold and Flu Season
It starts with a single sneeze in the classroom. Or the office. Or at home. In a fraction of a second, that sneeze releases thousands of tiny droplets—a mix of water, mucus, and viral particles—into the air. Larger droplets fall...
Autumn Mold: Why Fall Can Be a Difficult Season
Autumn can be one of the most challenging seasons for people who are sensitive to mold. As the weather cools and the landscape changes, the combination of damp leaves, fluctuating humidity, and decaying vegetation creates ideal conditions for mold growth...
The Link Between Air Pollution Exposure and Depression
Each October, National Depression Education and Awareness Month shines a light on one of the most common and complex mental health conditions in the world. Its goal is simple but vital: to encourage understanding, early screening, and effective treatment for...
Why Fall Is a Perfect Storm for Your Immune System
Fall weather is finally here—a season of cooler air, colorful leaves, and cozy gatherings. But as beautiful as autumn can be, it also brings unique challenges for our health. That’s why we’ve chosen this week’s topic: the “perfect storm” of...
Breast Cancer and Air Pollution: What New Research Reveals
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to honor survivors, remember those we’ve lost, and raise awareness about ways to protect our health. Each year, this month reminds us of the many factors that can influence breast cancer risk—from...