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Warehousing industry increases health-harming pollutants
Warehousing industry increases health-harming pollutantsScience

Warehousing industry increases health-harming pollutants

First of a kind study shows an average 20% spike of nitrogen dioxide polluting the air for communities located near huge warehouses; people of color…
SourceSourceJuly 24, 2024 Full article
Wildfire smoke and health
Wildfire smoke and healthNews

Wildfire smoke and health

With wildfires becoming more frequent and extensive in Canada, it’s important for people to understand the health risks of wildfire smoke. An article in CMAJ (Canadian Medical…
SourceSourceJune 17, 2024 Full article
Extreme heat associated with children’s asthma hospital visits
Extreme heat associated with children’s asthma hospital visitsClimate

Extreme heat associated with children’s asthma hospital visits

By American Thoracic Society Daytime heat waves were significantly associated with 19 percent higher odds of children’s asthma hospital visits. For children seeking care at…
SourceSourceMay 20, 2024 Full article