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This map shows where high fine particulate pollution is in Puget Sound

·August 4, 2021·6 min read

Fine Particulate Air Pollution Associated With Higher Risk of Dementia

A small increase in fine particular air pollution over a decade within certain areas of Seattle was associated with significantly increased dementia risks for those living in the areas.

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·September 23, 2022·3 min read

An Association Between Exposure to Air Pollution in the First 5 Years of Life and Alterations in Brain Structure

Assessing a child's exposure to air pollution on a monthly basis from conception to the age of 8.5, researchers found the greater the exposure to air pollution before the age of 5, the greater the alteration in brain structure by preadolescence.

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·May 22, 2017·3 min read

Air Pollution May Disrupt Sleep

A new study suggests air pollution could be a reason for sleep disruptions.

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·May 20, 2020·4 min read

Link between diesel exhaust and risk of Parkinson’s discovered

Researchers have uncovered the process by which air pollution can damage brain cells, leading to an increased risk of Parkinson's disease. Chemicals found in diesel fuel reduced autophagic flux, which is a major pathway implicated in neurodegeneration.

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·November 1, 2024·5 min read

Air Pollution Linked to Poor Learning and Memory in Kids

Exposure to ammonium nitrate, a component of fine particulate pollution from agricultural emissions, is associated with reduced learning and memory in children. This type of pollution, also linked to neurodegenerative risks in adults, highlights how air quality impacts brain health across ages.

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·February 23, 2023·4 min read

Air Pollution Exposure Linked to Parkinson’s Risk: Study Identifies U.S. Hot Spot

Exposure to air pollution has previously been linked to an increased risk of Alzheimer's disease. Now, researchers provide preliminary data linking air pollution to an increased risk of Parkinson's disease. The new study, which considered geographical data and diagnosis rates for Parkinson's, revealed those who live in the Mississippi-Ohio River Valley are at particularly higher risk of being diagnosed with Parkinson's.

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·June 7, 2014·3 min read

New Evidence Links Air Pollution to Autism and Schizophrenia

Researchers describe how early life exposure to air pollution produces significant brain changes, including enlargement of the part of the brain seen in humans with autism and schizophrenia.

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·March 30, 2020·4 min read

Air pollution linked to dementia and cardiovascular disease

Long-term air pollution exposure was associated with a higher risk of dementia. Ischemic heart disease and heart failure appeared to enhance the link between air pollution and dementia.

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·October 25, 2021·5 min read

Air Pollution Reduces Sperm Counts Through Brain Inflammation

A new mouse study reveals the impact of air pollution on male fertility. Researchers report air pollution reduces sperm count in mice by inducing inflammation in specific brain areas.

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·September 6, 2016·2 min read

Toxic Air Pollution Nanoparticles Found in the Human Brain

Researchers report they have discovered tiny magnetic nanoparticles from air pollution lodged in the human brain. They believe these nanoparticles could contribute to some cases of Alzheimer's.

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·January 27, 2020·3 min read

Children to bear the burden of negative health effects from climate change

Study reports increased temperatures due to climate change will negatively affect both the general health and mental health of humanity. Children's health will be most affected by climate change, researchers report.

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·December 8, 2021·3 min read

Does Air Pollution Reduce the Benefits of Physical Activity on the Brain?

People who exercise in areas with high air pollution levels show less benefit from their physical activity when it comes to markers for certain brain diseases.

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Fine Particulate Air Pollution Associated With Higher Risk of Dementia

An Association Between Exposure to Air Pollution in the First 5 Years of Life and Alterations in Brain Structure

Air Pollution May Disrupt Sleep

Link between diesel exhaust and risk of Parkinson’s discovered

Air Pollution Linked to Poor Learning and Memory in Kids

Air Pollution Exposure Linked to Parkinson’s Risk: Study Identifies U.S. Hot Spot

New Evidence Links Air Pollution to Autism and Schizophrenia

Air pollution linked to dementia and cardiovascular disease

Air Pollution Reduces Sperm Counts Through Brain Inflammation

Toxic Air Pollution Nanoparticles Found in the Human Brain

Children to bear the burden of negative health effects from climate change

Does Air Pollution Reduce the Benefits of Physical Activity on the Brain?

Cannabis Destroys Sleep Quality

Genetic Risk for Anorexia May Begin Outside the Brain

Higher BMI Linked to Longer Survival After a Dementia Diagnosis

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