Ecology

Cross-border ozone pollution significantly increases mortality rates in Europe

In a recent study, researchers identified the geographic sources of ozone air pollution and estimated ozone-related mortality in Europe.

06 June 2024, 10:53

How air and noise pollution in childhood affects mental health: a 25-year study

Scientists investigated the impact of exposure to noise and air pollution during pregnancy and early childhood on the mental health of people aged 13 to 24 years.

31 May 2024, 13:26

Prenatal air pollution is linked to mental health problems in adolescents

A study has found that fetal exposure to air pollution is linked to the development of certain mental disorders in adolescence.

28 May 2024, 21:47

How does air pollution affect the digestive system?

Recent research shows a serious health risk: exposure to PM2.5 can also damage the digestive system, including the liver, pancreas and intestines.

24 May 2024, 16:53

Study analyzes impact of summer heat wave on hospitalizations

Scientists have analysed hospitalisations related to high summer temperatures in Spain over more than a decade.

22 May 2024, 09:47

Study shows that nighttime heat significantly increases stroke risk

A recent study has shown that nighttime heat significantly increases the risk of stroke.

21 May 2024, 20:17

Extreme heat is linked to hospitalizations of children with asthma

Extreme heat conditions were associated with increased hospitalizations for asthma, according to a study.

20 May 2024, 11:43

Biomarkers of environmental exposure in Parkinson's disease discovered

A team of researchers from Northwestern Medicine has discovered new patterns of DNA methylation in the blood of patients with Parkinson's disease, according to results published in the journal Annals of Neurology.

18 May 2024, 12:50

Floods lead to an increase in leptospirosis cases

A recent study has shown that floods lead to an increase in cases of leptospirosis.

17 May 2024, 20:35

Tick season is upon us. Protect yourself with these tips

Tick season is starting, and experts warn that the bloodsuckers could be as numerous as last year.

17 May 2024, 18:23

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