Particulate Matter : Science World Report

Feb 11, 2017 03:46 AM EST

Air Pollution In European Countries Is 27 Times More Lethal Than That Of China

Chinese air pollution is mostly due to natural phenomenon, while European air pollution is due to industries.

Nov 25, 2016 03:30 AM EST

Europe's Air Pollution Causes Around 467,000 Premature Deaths A Year, EEA Warns

This may sound bad as air pollution in Europe triggers about 467,000 premature deaths annually.

Nov 02, 2015 04:14 PM EST

Fireworks Reduce Visibility: Atmospheric Particles Cause Sharp Reduction In Visibility

Researchers at the University of Birmingham found that fireworks and bonfires significantly reduce visibility in the atmosphere.

Aug 25, 2015 11:19 AM EDT

Incense Releases Particulate Matter That Can Result In Lung Inflammation

Previous studies have shown that burning incense may have psychoactive benefits. In other words, some scientists say that it could help to release poorly understood ion channels in the brain alleviate both anxiety and depression.

Jun 30, 2015 11:09 AM EDT

Fourth of July Fireworks Cause a Spike in Particulate Matter and Air Pollution

The Fourth of July may not just be known for fireworks. It could also be known for increased levels of particulate matter. Scientists have found that as explosions light up night skies, air pollution may worsen.

Feb 12, 2015 04:36 PM EST

Could Short-Term Pollution Exposure Increase Suicide Risk In Men?

New findings published in The American Journal of Epidemiology show that middle-aged men are at the highest risk of suicide after exposure to short-term air pollution.