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Air quality and lung cancer

Almost one in five people in the U.S. diagnosed with lung cancer this year have never smoked. In 2013, the World Health Organization (WHO) officially added outdoor air pollution, especially particulate matter, to the list of lung cancer causes. Read More >

The causes of Sick Building Syndrome

Learn what can happen when poor air quality within a building causes illness. Read More >

Paris confronts worst wintertime pollution in 10 years with bold transport limitations

The City of Light enters its fourth day of traffic restrictions in a bid to ease the persistent smog Read More >

Poor air quality can hurt athletes and their performance

Discover how poor air quality can impact athletic performance and health, especially for those training in urban environments.

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Are spray-on sunscreens safe?

Sunscreen in a can is easy to apply quickly and easily. But do the potential health hazards of this convenience outweigh its benefits? Learn more. Read More >

Minimize exposure to pesticides

When sprayed, pesticides form droplets that build up on surfaces and become airborne and inhalable. Read More >

Can an air purifier help prevent cognitive loss?

Can an air purifier make your smarter? Well, at the very least it might help protect whatever smarts you already have by reducing your exposure to particle air pollution. Read More >

Should you have your air ducts cleaned?

Air ducts are the pathways that deliver the indoor air you breathe. Under certain conditions, they make a perfect home for mold, pests and dust particles that could be blown into your home’s living spaces and trigger your allergies. Read More >

Getting to the bottom of basement issues

Basements can harbor many dangerous pollutants Learn more here. Read More >

Air quality issues that impact older homes

Older homes are charming. But older homes can also have unique air quality challenges that, left alone, offset their charm. Learn more. Read More >

Carbon monoxide is colorless, odorless and deadly

Carbon monoxide poisoning doesn’t always turn out so well. In fact, the U.S, Consumer Product Safety Commission calls carbon monoxide “The Invisible Killer.” The colorless, odorless and poisonous gas is responsible for 230,000 yearly hospital visits. Read More >

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