effects of air pollution

Parents, take note! Air pollution may impair your child’s thinking skills later in life

Children who are exposed to high levels of air pollution are also at greater risk of developing cardiovascular disease later in life. Read on to know why children are more vulnerable to the effects of air pollution than adults.
Beware! Air pollution can lead to irreversible blindness. Here’s how to stay safe

According to the experts, air pollution is linked to a heightened risk of progressive and irreversible sight loss, known as age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
Protect your lungs from air pollution: Herbs and home remedies that help

Air pollution can damage your lungs but Ayurveda has a few remedies that work wonders. Dr Pratap Chauhan from Jiva Ayurveda gives us a few tips.
Air pollution exposure may increase the risk of oral cavities and mouth cancer

Studies suggest that air pollution exposure may be linked to a higher risk of mouth cancer. Dr Gunita Singh, Director, Dentem explains the detrimental effects of air pollution on dental health.
Respiratory disorders on rise in Delhi-NCR due to toxic air: Ways to stay safe

Air pollution also plays a significant role in making Covid infections worse.
Respiratory issues and pollution: Here's what homeopathy suggests

Exposure to outdoor air pollution can cause lung cancer. Children affected by air pollution may also suffer from abnormal development of their lungs, putting them at high risk for many respiratory conditions.
Coronavirus: Long-term exposure to air pollution 'linked to 15 per cent global COVID deaths'

Studies in Europe and the US have established that long-term exposure to air pollution can contribute to mortality in COVID-19 cases
Expert tips to save your eyes from the noxious air pollution so common during this time of year

Air pollution reaches a peak in Delhi and its surrounding regions every winter. This can be disastrous for your eye health if you do not take proper care.
Air pollution is as bad as following a high-fat diet: It ups your risk of diabetes too

A new study has found that air pollution can play a major role in the development of cardiometabolic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease.
Pollution increases your risk of hypertension: Fight this with regular exercise

People who regularly exercise tend to have a lower risk of hypertension, even if they live in areas where air pollution is relatively high, say researchers.
Breathing polluted air may increase your weight, says study

The study, published online in the journal Environment International, found that young adults exposed to higher levels of ozone showing less microbial diversity and more of certain species associated with obesity and disease.
Indians at higher kidney disease risk due to air pollution

A new study says that people living in highly populated areas are at a greater risk of kidney diseases. Read on to know more.
Exposure to air pollution in childhood can increase risk of schizophrenia risk

Air pollution affects psychological health, says a new sudy. Children who are exposed to higher levels of air pollution while growing up have an increased risk of developing schizophrenia.
Air pollution in India linked to heart attack, stroke

Researchers conducting a study in a periurban area in southern India have found that air pollution in the country is associated with higher risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVD).
Diwali festival: Woes for patients susceptible to respiratory ailments

While everyone prepares for Diwali, people with respiratory diseases try to flee to some far-off place which has better air quality and fresh air. Here's how asthma patient can deal with gaseous air quality.
Asprin may help reduce harmful effects of air pollution on lungs

In a new study, it has been found that aspirin might be capable of reducing the adverse effects of air pollution.
5 effective ways to curb air pollution

Exposure to air pollution can have similar impact on your health as smoking a pack of cigarette can have.
London introduces world's first air pollution charge zone

According to a recent report, London has implemented a 24 hour Ultra Low Emission Zone to control air pollution.