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Early Exposure to Air Pollution Tied to Higher Risk of Hyperactivity in Children
Breathing in pollutants released into the air isn't healthy for developing lungs, but a new study says it's harmful for developing brains too. Kids exposed to...
Cyber Insecurity: The 21st Century’s Version of Air Pollution
-- Then-defense secretary Leon Panetta referred to the threat of cyber attacks as a “cyber Pearl Harbor.” -- A senior Cyber Command official has declared that...
Is Air Pollution Contributing To Hardened Arteries?
Smog and car exhaust can take a toll on the heart, and the latest research explores how. Previous studies have shown an association between badly polluted air...
Car Pollution Linked To Childhood Cancers
Even in utero, children may be affected by exposure to certain compounds in car exhaust. Reporting at the annual meeting of the American Association for...
In China, Water You Wouldn’t Dare Swim In, Let Alone Drink
After more than three decades of economic prosperity, China faces serious environmental challenges, including its increasingly filthy waterways.
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Breathe Deep: The Cleanest Cities in America
A new World Health Organization report details air pollution rates around the globe. Here are the cleanest cities in the country
