High Amounts of Metal, Sulfur in Air Pollution Linked to Respiratory Problems in Children: Study
Areas with high levels of heavy metal particulate matter had higher rates of child hospitalizations for respiratory problems.
Areas with high levels of heavy metal particulate matter had higher rates of child hospitalizations for respiratory problems.
Officials say the new particulate matter standards will protect disadvantaged communities, which are disproportionately impacted by air pollution that is known to pose health risks
Most of the air pollution came from fossil fuel sources, researchers found
The highest levels of soot and smog were found in cities on the West Coast, while cities on the East Coast had much lower levels of unhealthy air pollution, the report found.
Air pollution exposure, especially involving particulate matter, was linked to a hose of autoimmune and connective tissue diseases, according to the findings.
The court received 75 applications for what is expected to be a large and involved Philips CPAP recall litigation.
Certain air pollutants may cause inflammation and oxidative damage when inhaled, leading to psoriasis flare ups, researchers speculate
Applications for Philips CPAP lawyer leadership appointments are due by January 4.
Judge expects to assign 12 attorneys to form a plaintiffs' steering committee, along with a lead counsel and liaison counsel to represent plaintiffs' interests
Claim joins a growing number of other lawsuits over sound abatement foam in Philips DreamStation CPAP machines, which were recalled in July due to health risks that may result from breathing toxic chemicals and gases.