Air Quality Articles
Houseplants and Indoor Air Quality: The Reality Behind the Green
Houseplants have modest effects on indoor air quality, yet they’re a powerhouse when it comes to enhancing mental well-being. While some types of greenery can reduce minor levels of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), they fall short as a comprehensive air purification...
Airplane Air Quality: Standards, Safety, and Tips for Travelers
Air quality in airplane cabins is regulated by several organizations to ensure passenger and crew health and safety. The primary regulatory body in the United States is the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), which works in conjunction with the Environmental...
Paint Fumes and Indoor Air Quality
When you paint your home, that fresh paint smell may seem harmless, but it’s actually a sign of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) being released into the air. VOCs are chemicals in paint that evaporate at room temperature, contributing to poor indoor air quality....
Cold Weather and Your Health: Why You Get Sick More in Winter and How to Prevent It
During the winter months, many people experience an increase in respiratory illnesses. This phenomenon is influenced by the effects of cold air on the nasal passages and the immune system. Understanding these effects can help in adopting effective strategies to...
From 1976 to Today: Tracking Legionnaires’ Disease in the U.S.
Legionnaires' disease is a severe form of pneumonia caused by the bacterium Legionella pneumophila. This pathogen thrives in freshwater environments but becomes a health hazard when it multiplies in man-made water systems. Understanding how to prevent its spread is...
The Importance of Monitoring Ultrafine Particles
Air pollution is one of the biggest public health hazards the world faces today. While we often focus on larger and fine particles (PM10 and PM2.5), ultrafine particles (UFPs) deserve equal attention. Ultrafine particles (UFPs), also known as nanoparticles, are...
Maintaining Cleanliness in Controlled Environments: Challenges and Best Practices
Maintaining cleanrooms and other controlled environments demands meticulous attention to design, material selection, and strict protocols to prevent contamination. These spaces—essential in fields like pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and electronics—require a highly...
Causes, Transmission, History, and U.S. Monitoring Programs
Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant public health concern worldwide, including in the United States. This article delves into the causes, prevalence, transmission mechanisms, historical context within the U.S., and the nation's detection and monitoring strategies....
War’s Impact on Regional and Transboundary Air Quality
Armed conflicts are among the most destructive human activities, causing significant harm not only to human life but also to the environment. One of the most overlooked consequences of war is its impact on air quality, which can extend far beyond the battlefield....
Air Quality Headlines
Trump EPA Reportedly Seeks To Revoke Landmark Air Pollution Rule
TechCrunch | 11 February 2026 | The Trump administration’s EPA is reportedly preparing to repeal the 2009 “endangerment finding” that underpins federal greenhouse gas regulations, a move likely to trigger lawsuits, reshape U.S. climate policy, and create regulatory...
Thousands Across Three States Told To Stay Inside
Newsweek | 11 February 2026 | Air quality alerts were issued for parts of Alaska, Pennsylvania, and Alabama on February 10 after PM2.5 levels reached “unhealthy” categories, prompting officials to advise residents to limit outdoor activity and reduce exposure to...
Water-Damaged Homes, Heavy Air Pollution Increase Asthma Risk In Kids
U.S. News & World Report | 10 February 2026 | A new study finds that living in neighborhoods with high levels of particle air pollution raises health risk by 48%, with combined exposure to damp housing and polluted air further compounding the danger.
Americans Across Four US States Told To Stay Indoors Due To Lung-Damaging Toxins Filling The Air
Daily Mail | 10 February 2026 | Air quality alerts were issued across parts of Pennsylvania, Georgia, Alabama, and Oklahoma after wildfire smoke and high-pressure stagnant air drove PM2.5 levels into “unhealthy” ranges, prompting officials to urge residents to stay...
GEMS Satellite Data Fusion For Hourly Air Quality Prediction In Taiwan
ScienceDirect.com | 9 February 2026 | By integrating GEMS satellite data with ground monitoring, meteorological, and geographic information, researchers developed a multi-output CatBoost model that accurately predicts hourly concentrations of six major air pollutants...
Cardiovascular Deaths From Air Pollution Declining In The U.S., But Racial Disparities Persist
Yale School of Public Health - Yale University | 9 February 2026 | A Yale-led study finds that while U.S. PM2.5-related cardiovascular deaths fell nearly 45% from 2001 to 2020, remaining mortality is increasingly driven by specific pollution components like black...
‘Chemical Stench Made Us Breathless’
Mumbai Mirror | 8 February 2026 | After months of resident complaints about toxic fumes and health issues in Mumbai’s Marol area, the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board has issued a 30-day compliance notice to Bharat Tin Works for multiple pollution control...
Indoor Air Pollution, Sources, Risk, Prevention And Mitigation
Vajiram & Ravi | 8 February 2026 | Indoor air pollution causes millions of deaths annually worldwide, prompting prevention efforts through source control, improved ventilation, cleaner fuels, and national and global initiatives aimed at reducing health risks.
‘Burping’ Your Home Really Could Be Good For Your Health, Says Expert
Science Alert | 7 February 2026 | The social media trend of “house burping” can significantly reduce indoor pollutants and infection risk when timed away from peak outdoor pollution, though homes near busy roads must balance ventilation benefits against...
I Inhaled Traffic Fumes To Find Out Where Air Pollution Goes In My Body
BBC | 7 February 2026 | In a lab experiment in central London, a volunteer’s blood sample revealed visible PM2.5 pollution particles attached to red blood cells after brief roadside exposure, highlighting how traffic-related air pollution can enter the bloodstream and...
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