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PM pollution increased by 20% in Indo-Gangetic Plain, Himalayan region, North-East: StudyPollution levels in North India and the Himalayas have risen sharply. Particulate matter pollution increased over 20 percent in the Indo-Ga...
Eight Hantavirus cases reported; three dead, six confirmed Andes Virus: WHOEight Hantavirus cases have been reported, with three deaths. Six cases are confirmed as Andes virus. The World Health Organization assesse...
Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship: Symptoms, treatment, infections in north AmericaHantavirus, which can cause fatal respiratory illness, can be spread when particles from rodent droppings or urine become airborne. It does...
Why Keeping the Bathroom Door Closed Can BackfireContrary to popular belief, closing bathroom doors can worsen indoor air quality by trapping moisture, microbes, and pollutants. Research i...
No Air Freshener: The Hotel Trick for a Bathroom That Always Smells GoodLuxury hotels achieve fresh bathrooms by tackling odor sources. They avoid artificial fresheners due to harmful chemicals. Instead, they fo...
When Should You Vent the Bathroom After a Shower to Prevent MouldProper bathroom ventilation immediately after showering is crucial for preventing mould and protecting your home. Building science research...
Air pollution, human activity linked to worsening fog in Indo-Gangetic Plain: World Met bodyThe World Meteorological Organization (WMO) reports a surge in air pollution and winter fog across the Indo-Gangetic Plain, impacting over ...
Yamuna river froth contains harmful organic matter that releases volatile gases directly into atmosphere, warns expertExperts express alarm over the toxic white froth in the Yamuna River, which contains harmful organic matter, releasing volatile gases and f...
Tik Tok Chroming Challenge: Know about deadly viral challenge that is linked to teens' deathsA couple of fatal incidents of teenagers playing chroming on Tik Tok has been worrying the parents of the vulnerable group. The task being ...
Unilever recalls Dove, some other aerosol dry shampoo brands over cancer riskUnilever Plc has recalled some popular brands of its aerosol dry shampoo, including Dove, after it was discovered that they were contaminat...
Lancet study sheds light on ten reasons why the coronavirus is airborneAccording to a new assessment published today in the medical journal Lancet there is consistent, strong evidence that the SARS-CoV-2 virus,...
Ventilation matters: Open the windows to curb Covid spread, say expertsPeople are much more likely to become infected in a room lacking any ventilation system.
Bacteria that travel across continents in atmospheric dust can impact climate & ecosystemsBacteria can survive in iberulites as these provide rich nutrients & protect from UV radiation.
A study shows speaking softly scatters fewer coronavirus particlesResearchers believe more quiet zones in hospitals and restaurants could curb virus contagion.
WHO says airborne transmission of coronavirus can occur during medical proceduresThe agency said some outbreak reports related to indoor crowded spaces have suggested the possibility of aerosol transmission, combined wit...
- EPA's Clean Air Act saved more lives than expected: Study
New York, Dec 26 (IANS) The US Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Clean Air Act has played a vital role in reducing the exposure of pe...
US Clean Air Act saved more lives than thought: StudyThe US Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Clean Air Act and amendments to address the health effects of particulate matter may have si...
Regions around Delhi contribute to its pollution: ExpertThe regions surrounding Delhi contribute significantly to the pollution in the national capital, which should be tackled in order to solve ...
Regions around Delhi contribute to its pollution: ExpertOn the problems of pollution in Delhi, Prevot said that burning of crop stubble in the neighbouring states caused significant pollution aft...
- Climate sensitivity greater than previously believed
The climate may be more sensitive to emissions caused by human activity than previously believed, owing to the reduced effects of the green...