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09/16/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Latest research suggests that microplastics are wreaking havoc all the way up to the marine food web

Microplastics are so small that they may seem harmless, but they’re polluting oceans and poisoning marine life by the second. According to an article on The Revelator, microplastics can absorb chemicals, which is bad news for the birds, fish, seals, and even humans that unwittingly consume these pollutants. The author of the article said that […]

08/02/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Pigeons could offer insights to fight disease caused by water and air pollution

Pigeons may be seen as a burden in urban areas because of their unhygienic habits. Contrary to this, experts believe that they could be of use as they could provide insights to fight disease brought about by water and air pollution. This was based on a study conducted by a team of researchers from the […]

07/02/2018 / By Ralph Flores

What’s in a pair of jeans, environmentally speaking?

Love ’em or hate ’em, denim jeans have become an indelible part of American fashion. Some people love it so much that they buy four pairs in a year on average. However, what goes behind making your favorite pair is anything but favorable – before jeans hit the shelves, they are heavily processed using toxic […]

05/23/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Third-hand smoke, or the smoke that transfers into surfaces and clothes, can damage your liver

Third-hand smoke, or the smoke that transfers onto surfaces and clothes, is extremely detrimental to health. A study published in the journal Clinical Science found that third-hand smoke can damage the liver. A team of researchers from the University of California, Riverside aimed to determine what health effects can third-hand smoke cause and how long […]

05/23/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Despite evidence showing that poor air quality is linked to cardiac events, many people still remain unaware of the dangers of air pollution

Did you know that poor air quality can endanger both your respiratory and cardiovascular health? According to a study, high levels of fine particulate matter (PM 2.5), or tiny pollution particles, are linked to a significant increase in emergency department visits due to heart- and lung-related illnesses and stroke. However, despite this alarming figure, a nationwide U.S. […]

05/19/2018 / By Edsel Cook

EPA: Soil in the upper American Fork Canyon contain high levels of arsenic, lead, mercury, and other harmful metals

The American Fork Canyon in Utah is drawing in more people who enjoy its great beauty. But the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is concerned about the abandoned mines that dot the upper canyon. In a report from The Salt Lake Tribune, the soils around those sites have been contaminated with heavy metals like arsenic, […]

05/09/2018 / By Zoey Sky

5 toxin-clearing plants you should have in your home

When it comes to decor, go-to choices often include tasteful art pieces or some lovely houseplants that can add life to any room in your house. However, aside from beautifying your home, studies have shown that certain houseplants can help clear toxins in the air. Polluted indoor air and pollutants Polluted air can be found both […]

05/06/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Study: People who live near oil and gas facilities in Colorado are at increased risk of cancer

Colorado researchers have just warned their fellow residents that living near oil and gas facilities will increase the chances of developing cancer. According to an article on The Denver Channel, their state’s current regulations on minimum distances between resident areas and such facilities are not enough to protect public health. The researchers were from the University […]

03/23/2018 / By David Williams

Our production of and dependence on plastic has multiplied exponentially over the last century

It is well-known that plastics are among the leading causes of pollution worldwide. Whether it be through water, land, or air, plastics can negatively affect people in all sorts of ways everywhere. Now a team of international scientists have put together a comprehensive report that goes deep into the matter, and shows exactly why – […]

03/21/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

Toxins from smoking indoors never go away; materials have to be deep cleaned or replaced

Those fabulous casinos look inviting and tempting, especially after a long day when all you want is to unwind and reward yourself at the card tables. But do you know that aside from stoking gambling addictions, the casino is also a hotbed of thirdhand tobacco smoke? Thirdhand smoke, while still a new concept, is everywhere. […]

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