The cooling effects of air pollution could mean many policymakers and financial institutions have underestimated climate risks, according to a new analysis.

Gases: These include nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) and ground-level ozone. “These are potent oxidisers,” says Dr Mahto. “When they touch the skin, they deplete your natural antioxidant reserves and trigger a cascade of oxidative stress. The result is what we call extrinsic ageing.”

People across the globe, especially in low-income countries, continue to use solid fuels like coal, wood and plant waste for cooking and heating. The resulting indoor air pollution exposes children to smoke and particles at key stages of brain development.

New Studies Highlight, the Negative Effect of Pollution, on Brain Health. 'The New York Times' reports that working out in polluted air may negate some of the brain benefits provided by exercise. . Two new studies that took a look at exercise,

When indoor air pollutants enter the lungs, they can trigger inflammation and place long-term strain on the heart and respiratory system. The same biological processes occur when pollution comes from a wood stove in a rural village or from a poorly ventilated cooker in a modern flat.

Air pollution caused by wildfires can raise the risks of cardiovascular events and death, but the impact is inconsistent, according to new data from two major California wildfires. Increased risks of both CVD events and all-cause mortality were ...

While past research has extensively investigated the connection between air pollution and lung cancer globally, 24-28 there is still limited evidence on the association between air pollution and the incidence of nonlung cancer. This study aims to fill that ...

Pollution not just affects skin, but causes hair issues too. Think hair fall, hair thinning, and more - all of these can be linked to pollution, say experts.