Archive for 2012
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Feb
16
Can an air purifier help prevent cognitive loss?
A new study links exposure to particle air pollution with loss of cognitive function among a group of women. Meanwhile, other studies released in recent days link particle pollution with strokes and heart attacks.
Feb
08
Study: Air pollution kills more than 100,000 in U.S. each year
A recent study tallies the premature deaths each year in the U.S. as a result of particle air pollution: More than 100,000, and maybe as high as 320,000.
Jan
30
Average annual asthma cost: $4,063
A new study determined the average annual cost for a child with asthma in Riverside, Calif., is more than $4,000. That figure might help put the cost of an air purifier in perspective.
Jan
09
Vacuum cleaners spread ultrafine particles, bacteria
A new study focuses on ultrafine pollution particles that are produced by vacuum cleaners. Surprisingly, the study notes that vacuum age and price doesn’t seem to make a difference.
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