Small increase in PM2.5 exposure linked to higher coronavirus death rate
Just a small increase in long-term exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) leads to a large increase in coronavirus death…
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Air pollution exposure could weaken ability to fight coronavirus, new study suggests
The higher coronavirus death rate in northern regions of Italy could be because residents have been exposed to high levels…
Burning plastic waste is causing air pollution in developing countries
Four of the world’s largest plastic packaging producers, Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Unilever and Nestlé are responsible for burning plastic in developing…
Škoda air filter ‘removes 99%’ of interior fine dust pollution
All new Škoda vehicles will be fitted with an air filtration system that is claimed to remove 99% of fine…
Long-term exposure to air pollution increases risk of dementia
Long-term exposure to air pollution is associated with an increased risk of dementia, according to research published in the journal…
Coronavirus could be ‘bad news’ for air pollution in long-term, scientist warns
Nitrogen dioxide (NO2) levels have fallen dramatically across the world as governments introduce tough restrictions on transport to tackle the…
Air pollution drops to record low in India following lockdown
Air pollution in parts of India has dropped to record lows following the Covid-19 lockdown. Of the 30 most polluted…
Uber offers free electric bikes for NHS staff
In an announcement made today (March 27), Uber has said that NHS workers will be offered free rides on electric…
