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PFAS found in American infant milk formula

PFAS (Per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances) can be detected in infant milk formula - this is the finding of research carried out by Consumer Reports in the US, who tested...

Cocktail effects of herbicides

An American study of childhood cancer rates has looked at the combined effects of exposures to pesticides and herbicides over a 22 year period in Nebraska which has some of...

What did we learn from ‘Toxic Town’?

In 2009, Corby Borough Council were found guilty of negligence in handling the demolition and waste disposal following the closure of a local steel works in 1980. Airborne pollutants from...

Pre-natal exposure to chemicals affects fat tissue in offspring

Pre-natal exposure to endocrine disrupting chemicals has been associated with raised levels of childhood fat tissue, a precursor to obesity in a study published in the last week. Urine...

Concentrations of microplastics in the brain are rising

Microplastic and nanoplastic particle concentrations in the brain are rising - that is the conclusion of new research at the University of New Mexico. Analysis of postmortem brain tissue found...

Rye grass ‘weeds’ resistance to glyphosate

It’s widely known that crop fields are routinely sprayed with pesticides and herbicides such as glyphosate to keep weeds down and boost crop yields. But it’s perhaps less understood that...

Alcohol and cancer risk

A health advisory in January to the American people has issued a stark warning to raise awareness of the health risks of alcohol consumption and increases in rates of avoidable cancers. The...

Our most read updates of 2024 about environmental toxins and health impacts

2024 has seen major steps forward in our understanding of the impacts of exposure to environmental toxins detected in body fluids and cells, and their subsequent impacts of human health....

Christmas trees – real or artificial?

We buy around 7 million real Christmas trees each year with 80% grown in 1500 UK based Christmas tree farms. It's estimated that one hectare of trees adds enough oxygen...

Pre-natal exposure to everyday chemicals raises child asthma risk

Exposure to alkylphenols, a group of chemicals used in everyday cleaning products has been linked with higher rates of asthma in children at age four whose mothers were exposed to this...

Endocrine disrupting chemicals and male fertility

A new study investigating the impact of endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) on male reproductive health has examined correlations between multiple exposures of 12 chemicals found in everyday personal care and...

Are flame retardants lurking in your recycled plastic utensils?

It’s probably not surprising that when plastics are recycled, much of their chemical composition travels with them into recycled plastic items. Plastics manufactured for electronics products such as cables are...

Environmental effects on brain development

A new study of 1000’s of children and adolescents in the Netherlands has concluded that exposure to ambient air pollution during early life can have long terms effects on the development...

Microplastics found in the brain

Can microplastic reach the olfactory bulb area of the brain? Yes, they can. That is the startling finding of research published in September. Scientists at Sao Paolo university discovered...

Pesticides and gut health

Organophosphate pesticides (OP) have been associated with a variety of health conditions for a long time. The link between pesticides and disruptions in the balance of the gut microbiome have...

PFAS detected in UK politician’s bodies

UK politicians tested for so called ‘Forever chemicals’ including PFAS and PFOA all had detectable levels of 5 chemicals on average from this vast group of chemicals. The tests found...

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The IRAC report that worldwide, 275,000 children and adolescents are diagnosed with cancer each year. In the UK 10 children are diagnosed each day....

School uniform choices

As children prepare to go back to school many will need new uniforms. But what’s the best choice for parents to make? It’s a mix of price, durability, and sizing...

Pesticides exposure a risk to stillbirth rates

Women exposed to pesticides in the months prior to conception and the early months of pregnancy may have a higher risk of stillbirth a new study finds. Researchers examined...

What can hair tell us about pesticide exposure?

Children's hair tested by French researchers in a new study found that almost one third of the samples had detectable levels of biomarkers for chemicals found in the environment, with...

Sunscreen – mineral or chemical?

Staying safe in the sun is fundamental to our health with dermatologist recommending their use on a daily basis, and especially during the summer months when the sun’s rays are...

Forever chemicals can penetrate skin

So called ‘Forever chemicals’ or PFAS can penetrate the skin new research has found, suggesting a new pathway for this vast group of chemicals to enter into the bloodstream. ...

Glyphosate link to sperm health

Glyphosate has been detected in 56% of seminal fluid collected in a French infertility clinic. Researchers went on to find a positive correlation between glyphosate levels in seminal plasma and...

Air quality can reduce IVF birth outcomes

The success of IVF may be influenced by the quality of air at the time when eggs are harvested for fertilisation new research finds. Exposure to particulate matter in ambient air was...

Is there a chemical nasty lurking in your skincare?

What would you do if you discovered that a ‘natural’ skincare brand you trust was using an ingredient that’s known to have carcinogenic effects? Some of us click on...

Healthy reasons to grow your own strawberries

We consume a whopping 80m+ tonnes of strawberries in the UK each year. Many of us love them because their sweet flavour is synonymous with summertime, and they are a...

How safe are the chemicals used in children’s toys?

We usually place our trust in manufacturers to make toys that are safe for infants and children to play with, but in 2022 toys were top of the list of...

Rise in cancer rates in younger people

In June CRUK published their finding that cancer rates have risen by 22% in people aged between 25 and 49 years of age over the years between the 1990’s and...

The problem with microfibres

Microfibres are microplastics measuring 5mm or less that are shed from clothing during wear and washing. Known as ‘secondary’ microplastics they are the result of primary plastic fibres breaking down....

Healthy reasons for children to garden

This half term sees the return of National Children’s Gardening Week which aims to help children to have fun in the garden and learn how to carry out simple, quick gardening...

Are ‘Forever chemicals’ still forever?

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) are a group of 16,000 chemical substances with strong carbon-fluorine bonds that are extremely hard to break. They persist for hundreds of years or longer,...

What are endocrine disrupting chemicals?

Thousands of everyday products rely on chemical substances added during manufacture to enhance their performance such as extending shelf life, increasing crop yields, adding water and stain resistance, and flexibility...

Vehicle tyre emissions

There are more than 41 million vehicles licensed to use UK roads, with tyres are made from rubber and unspecified additives added to enhance tyre performance, durability, and strength. We...

Chemical free garden ideas

This week sees the return of National Gardening Week just as temperatures finally start to rise! The Royal Horticultural Society’s theme this year is Knowledge is Flower’ designed to help demystify...

What are chemical free period products?

Period products are a necessity for women and girls. But they've come under scrutiny recently as researchers investigate what’s in them, and whether there might be any effects on female...

What are surfactants?

When you read the ingredients list of thousands of everyday products, you’re likely to see surfactants (pronounced sur-fact-ants). The word derives from a combination of surface, acting, and agent –...

Spring refreshes in your home

With the arrival of Spring, you may be thinking about updating your home - with a lick of paint, some new carpets, or an update on your tired old bed...

World Health Day 2024

This week sees the return of WHO's World Health Day which promotes key themes for health across the globe. The theme this year, 'My health, my right' includes the right...

Microplastic effects on health

Microplastics are everywhere - in our water and food, everyday household items, beauty products like shampoo, children's toys, our home furnishings, and our rivers. Microplastics can also pollute our indoor...

Can chemicals lurk in your furniture?

Spring is a perfect time to think about updates to your home - your furniture and carpets, and a splash of paint to add colour to your walls. But before...

Petrochemicals – what are they, and why are they a problem for our health?

Thousands of chemicals are manufactured from fossil fuels including oil, gas, and coal. It’s estimated that there are 350,000 petrochemicals are in use across the world as production levels have...

Men can pass on effects of pollutant exposure to future generations

New research at the University of Stockholm has identified potential links between paternal exposure to environmental pollutants and subsequent adverse health effects in future generations. In this longitudinal study, researchers were...

PFAS in children’s clothing

Keeping children dry on rainy spring days often means reaching for raincoats and waterproof clothing to keep them warm and dry. But with very little information on product labels to...

Avoid pesticides in your Valentine’s Day flowers

With Valentine’s Day approaching you may be thinking about buying floral gifts for your loved ones. Red roses are one of the most popular floral gifts for Valentine’s Day with...

Bob Woods MBE gives a personal commentary on rising cancer rates

So many people will have sympathy for King Charles’ cancer diagnosis as we would sympathise for any of our own family, friends, and colleagues who contract this awful condition. ...

Chemical free spring clean

Spring is just around the corner so it’s a good time to blow away the winter cobwebs and give your home a good spring clean. But before you stock up...

Glyphosate links with cancer

Glyphosate has been at the centre hundreds of legal cases in the US brought against manufacturers by employees experiencing ill health because of occupational exposure. Last week a settlement of...

Microplastics in water

Microplastic levels water in plastic bottles are up to 100 times higher than previously thought. That’s the startling conclusion reached by scientists at Columbia and Rutgers universities. One quarter of a...

Vitamin D – the sunshine vitamin

We’ve not had a lot of sunshine lately, so this week’s sunny days are a welcome change. Throughout January the days start to get a little longer (more 40 extra...

Can your guts make you happy?

It's well known that the health of our guts, or microbiome, can significantly affect our overall health. The microbiome is made up of many trillions of bacteria, microbes, and viruses that...

Five easy wins to avoid everyday chemicals

To welcome in the New Year we’d like to share five easy wins to reduce your exposure to everyday chemicals in 2024. One - go organic for breakfast Breakfast...

Organic festive drinks

Christmas is a time of year when many of us enjoy a festive tipple, and in our final post this year we take a quick look at organic alcoholic drinks....

Should we be concerned about chemical ingredients in fragrances?

Fragrance is a feel good Christmas gift many of us enjoy - we spend more than £1bn on fragrance in the UK each year! Whilst fragrance can be a good...

Have a healthy chemical free Christmas

With only a few weeks to go before we celebrate Christmas, we’ve done a festive round up of some quick wins to help you to enjoy the festivities with fewer...

Go organic for breakfast

Breakfast is aruably the most important meal of the day, supplying nutrition to replenish our body after a night’s sleep when key metabolic functions are carried out. So, what we put into...

Pillars of health

We’ve been having a lively debate here at lastinghealth about the pillars of health - what they are, how important they are to us, and how many there might be....

Let’s talk about mould

With an estimated 1 in 10 homes affected by mould infestations, this creeping health risk is a serious concern for many. Mould grows in areas with excess levels of moisture...

Healthier Bonfire Night ideas

What are your childhood memories of Bonfire Night - a raging fire, standing too close, fireworks shooting off, and lots of woody smoke? Decades ago, we didn’t think much...

Wet weather clothes

Keeping dry when the weather is wet and raining is a centuries old problem. As the weather turns we’re reaching for outer layers that provide protection from wind and rain,...

Is it time to re-think our wood burners?

Around 8% of households in the UK burn wood in their homes. A recent survey asked people what they thought about wood burners and found that 44% thought they should...

The link between breast cancer and endocrine disruptors

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month which aims to bring information and support to anyone concerned about or affected by breast cancer. Lifestyle factors such as diet and exercise have proven...

World Car Free Day

Friday 22 September 2023 is World Car Free Day. The aim of the day is to cut CO2 emissions by giving up our cars for a day and travel in...

Go organic in September

As the season changes, this month sees the return of Organic September, an initiative led by the Soil Association to work with everyone to transform the way we eat, farm...

Packed school lunches

As children return to school many will take a packed lunch with them. We take great care to create healthy lunches for our children to eat, but what about the storage...

What do we know about insect repellents?

As mosquitos and midges rise in the summer months, insect repellents can be an important safeguard for our health - but how much do we know about them? Most...

Microplastics in washing

Wastewater from laundry is a major contributor to microplastics in our waterways and oceans. It’s estimated that around a third of microplastic pollution arises from microfibres released when we wash...

Can you help us with our market research?

If you share our concerns about the effects on our health of exposure to chemicals in our food and everyday products, we'd like to invite you to help us with...

What are ultra processed foods?

Ultra processed food (UPF) is the term used to describe foods where multiple ingredients have been combined to produce foods such as crisps, biscuits, mass produced breads and cakes, sugary...

A book about glyphosate

In this post we’re trying something a bit different by offering a review of a book about glyphosate – the world’s most widely used herbicide. Toxic Legacy - How...

The link between mental health and the air we breathe

Air pollution causes up to 36,000 deaths every year in the UK - it is the most worrying environmental health risk we face today. But the effects of air pollution on our mental...

It’s strawberry season!

Strawberries are synonymous with Wimbledon, and this year will be no exception, even if it rains! A whopping 8615 punnets are consumed each day during the tournament, all grown in...

What is a digital product passport?

Can you imagine using your smartphone to scan a QR code on everyday products to give you detailed information about how they have been produced, and exactly what they have...

Clean Air Day, The UK’s largest air pollution campaign

Thursday 15 June is Clean Air Day, a day of action to raise awareness about air pollution around the UK. This year's theme is 'Clean up our air to look...

Genetically modified (GM) food

GM food is an example of a GMO, a term used to describe a genetically modified organism where its gene pattern has been modified or engineered, either by adding or...

Get kids gardening

Spending time in green spaces and gardens is good for our physical and mental health, and this includes infants and children. Studies have shown that levels of depression and anxiety can...

A spoonful of honey

There are around 20,000 species of bees in the world pollinate up to 35% of the world’s crop production. They play a vital role in the health of ecosystems and...

Exposure to flame retardants in tents

If the great outdoors is calling you, you might be thinking about buying a new tent. But before you do, bear in mind that flame retardancy regulations in many countries,...

May sees the return of #NoMowMay a campaign to encourage us to leave the lawnmower in the garden shed throughout May. Its aim is to help the UK rebuild biodiversity of...

Sustainable clothing without chemicals

Fashion Revolution Week is an annual campaign that brings together the world’s largest fashion activism movement for seven days of action during April. One of its major activities is the...

A day to celebrate tea

Tea is the most popular drink in the world after water, and in the UK, we drink 165 million cups a day! That’s 60 billion cups a year. It helps to wake...

One in six could face infertility

One in six people may experience infertility at some stage in their lifetime. This is the startling estimate for 2022 from the World Health Organization (WHO) who have just published...

Easter egg chocolate choices

Easter weekend is almost here, and it feels like Spring at last. Eggs at Easter time have symbolised new life and rebirth in some faith traditions for centuries, meaning that...

Do you take your shoes off indoors?

Removing your shoes at the door is customary in many homes, and in some cultures it's seen as a mark of respect to leave your shoes outside. But there might...

Mediterranean diet lowers risk of developing dementia

Eating a Mediterranean diet has been associated with a lower risk of developing dementia. Data was used from 60,000 male and female participants aged 40-69 recruited to the UK Biobank....

Chemical free gifts for your mum this Mother’s Day

As we approach Mother's Day, retailer shelves and online shops are brimming with an abundance of “health, beauty and wellbeing” products – from bath bombs and body scrubs to makeup...

PFAS – the everywhere, ‘forever chemicals’

PFAS present a serious concern to our health, so a new study which identifies breast milk as the primary source of exposure to PFAS in infants is deeply concerning. Researchers examined samples of breast...

What can you do if you get the flu?

For the last two years our health focus has been largely on coronavirus, but it looks like the common cold and flu is back with a vengeance. So, what can you...

Rinse aid affects immune and inflammatory responses

A new study has revealed an important link between gut health and inflammation and exposure to alcohol ethoxylate used in professional rinse aids, to alterations in gene activity in the...

Is your log burner your Achilles heel?

The government announced its new Environment Improvement Plan this week including updated guidance on emissions of particulate matter from log burning stoves. Earlier guidance of no more than 5g of smoke...

Glyphosate exposure raises oxidative stress levels

Oxidative stress is one of the indicators of carcinogens in the body that can lead to the development of cancer. Animal and in vitro studies have established a connection...

Wild fish in the US contaminated with PFAS

Freshwater fish was discovered in a new study to contain levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) that by eating even a single portion, could create a toxic burden of...

How do children manage exposure to environmental pollutants?

Infants and children are at risk of exposure to the same levels of environmental pollutants as their parents. They are especially susceptible to these pollutants because their body organs including...

PFAS linked with suppression of the immune system

Exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) is widely thought to be carcinogenic. Carcinogens act on the body by attacking the immune system and inflaming body tissue which can lead...

Early onset cancer rates

Since 1990 deaths from cancer have been rising in people under the age of 50 in many countries across the world. Rises have been recorded in a wide range of...

Glyphosate linked to breast cancer

Glyphosate exposure has been linked with adverse changes in breast cell tissue that can disrupt normal cell mechanisms and lead to the development of 'hormone sensitive' breast cancer. This type of breast...

What is good health?

It can be quite easy to assume that people we come into regular contact with are completely healthy individuals because they "look well" - unless you have a debilitating disease...

What is Particulate Matter?

The term PM is used to describe the mixture of solid particles and liquid droplets in the air. It is measured in micrometres - smaller particles are known as fine...

Air pollution exposures linked to mutations in lung cells

Exposure to air contaminated by pollution has been linked to changes in lung tissue which can increase the risk of lung cancer. Air pollution can be measured by the...

What’s the ‘WHY’ behind lastinghealth.com?

We'd like to introduce you to Bob Woods MBE, Founder and Senior Advisor at Mattioli Woods. Bob is the inspiration behind lastingheath.com - he is committed to bringing the impact...

Glyphosate detected in the urine of 99% of pregnant US women

Glyphosate has been detected in 99% of urine samples of 187 pregnant women tested during their first trimester in a study based in Indiana, US. High levels of glyphosate were...

California legislates on use of PFAS

The Governor of California has passed a bill to ban the use of Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in some types of clothing by 2025. The ban will make it unlawful to manufacture outdoor...

Can chemicals travel from mother to unborn child?

A young mother recently told us she was doing everything possible to give her children the healthiest diet and environment. She described the careful diet she provided for her children, the home...

Edible cutlery – would you eat your own fork?

Billions of tonnes of plastic cutlery are thrown away every year. Many are manufactured using chemical substances considered to have endocrine disrupting properties, including Bisphenol A which has been associated with...

New water system for Illinois city will remove PFAS

A small town in Illinois is pioneering the way to bring safer water into people's homes by investing in a brand new water system. At a cost of $13m,...

Can ‘Forever Chemicals’ be broken down?

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a widely used chemical group used in the manufacturing process of everyday items such as non-stick pans, plastics, water and stain resistant clothing, and...

What are Per- or poly-fluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS)?

Per- and poly-fluorinated alkyl substances, PFAS, are a large group of 9,000+ chemical substances which have a carbon-fluorine bond that is extremely hard to break. Because they persist for a long...

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) linked to liver cancer

In the first ever human population based study a connection has been made between exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and a later diagnosis of liver cancer. Samples...

Have PFAS exceeded planetary boundaries?

A new study just published by researchers at Stockholm University, Sweden has examined data to determine whether so-called planetary boundaries levels of PFAS have been exceeded. Researchers compared levels...

80% of us might have glyphosate in our bodies – how does that make you feel?

An American health study carried out by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has found that 80% of urine samples collected had detectable levels of glyphosate. Samples were analysed from...

Glyphosate – an everyday herbicide that divides opinion

Glyphosate is a herbicide used to control weeds in a wide variety of settings ranging from farming to domestic gardens. Opinion is divided about how safe it is to...

Indoor Air Quality study at the University of Leicester

In the UK more than 8 million people suffer with symptoms of asthma, higher than all other lung related health conditions combined. It affects all ages, and even though many...

PFAS linked to hypertension in new study of mid-life women

PFAS might be a factor contributing to cardiovascular disease risk in mid-life women a new study published on 13 June 2022 finds. In this extensive study more than 1000 women underwent...

Endocrine disrupting chemical risk to sperm health

Exposure to endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) presents a risk to the quality of human sperm. A new study has just been published by researchers in Denmark to investigate the impact...

Can exercise reduce the effects of phthalates during pregnancy?

Master student Eva Poling at the University of Wyoming, USA has revealed some interesting findings in her study of mice exposed to Benzyl Butyl Phthalate (BBP) during pregnancy. Her...

What are phthalates?

In our EDC Insights report on phthalates we explain more about this vast group of chemical substances and how they can disrupt our endocrine and hormonal systems, creating a serious...

European Commission takes the global lead on chemical restriction

This week the EC revealed an ambitious plan to further restrict the use of harmful chemicals in Europe. The Restrictions Roadmap published on Monday sets out a plan to...

NEW – Insight Reports to endocrine disrupting chemicals

We've created our new EDC Insight Reports to use as guides into key groups of endocrine disrupting chemicals, and to help you discover more about how everyday chemicals may be...

Is Bisphenol a risk to male fertility?

Bisphenol is identified by the European Chemicals Agency as an endocrine disrupting chemical because it can mimic the actions of hormones in the body, especially the reproductive system. Latest...

Can we learn about EDCs from animal studies?

Scientific experiments involving animals have long been surrounded by controversy, but they can be a sentinel to identify human risk. In a new study using non-invasive test methods, researchers have provided some...

EDCs increase the risk of delayed speech development

Endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) have long been associated with a wide range of health risks, but new research has identified a link between exposure to EDC mixtures and delayed neurodevelopmental...

Microplastics detected in blood samples

This week it was reported that up to three types of microplastics can be detected in human blood samples. This is the first time that microplastics have been found in...

The Ideal Food Plan by Breakspear Medical

With so many opinions about what constitutes the ideal diet, it’s no wonder that we might still feel a little confused. So we'd like to share a healthy eating food plan...

What’s the State of the Science for EDCs?

In 2012 the World Health Organization and the United Nations Environment Programme published 'The State of the Science, Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals'. This ground breaking report informed decision makers and health...

What’s lurking in your favourite fragrance?

Research published last week examined ingredients in popular fragrances sold in Belgium. The study was commissioned by Belgium’s Fight against cancer, Dutch ‘Erase all Toxins’, and the Danish Consumer Association. ...

Can chemicals cause obesity?

Scientists at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology in Trondheim reported their study last week to identify whether a relationship can be established between plastics containing potent mixtures of chemicals...

Endocrine disrupting chemicals as a risk factor in pregnancy

A team based in Chongqing, China have carried out a systematic review and meta-analysis of associations between exposure to EDCs during pregnancy and thyroid hormones in newborns. This area of study...

Are we at break point on chemicals?

Last week a new study published in the American Society of Chemicals explored the impacts of climate change, and reviews how well we can manage the consequences of our global reliance...

Impacts of maternal exposure to endocrine disrupting chemicals

Could exposure to phthalates during pregnancy increase the risk of premature birth? A study published last week which carried out a systematic review of prior studies may hold some of the answers. ...

Products designed to keep you safe might be causing more harm than good

In our second update of 2022 we feature news about everyday consumer products that featured in the headlines this week. How safe is vaping? With 1.3 billion...

EDCs and pregnancy health risks

Can microplastics pass across the placenta? A new Dutch study has reported that microplastics have the potential to pass from mother to unborn child across the placenta. In laboratory based...

Are ECCs present in ultrasound gels a health risk?

Ultrasound tests during pregnancy are routine for most pregnant women, so it comes as quite a shock to discover that the gel used to lubricate skin during the procedure might...

“Forever chemicals” in our air

We spend a lot of time indoors, so it’s quite worrying to discover that the quality of our air is affected by so-called “forever chemicals”. They have been shown to...

Viral load and body burden

What is viral load? The term viral load emerged into the public consciousness during the past year when health scientists and academics stepped forward to help us all to understand...

How does the immune system work?

During the past year, the coronavirus pandemic has demonstrated not only how important our immune system is in fighting infection, but also the need to understand our own immune health...

Is there a link between air pollution levels and COVID-19?

We invited Professor Anna Hansell to share her thoughts on the important questions surrounding the relationship between air pollution levels and disease outcomes of the coronavirus, COVID-19. Anna is a Professor...

Can dioxins contribute to the toxic load of children?

A study published in March 2020 has been looking at the levels of chemicals with potentially toxic properties present in children’s toys and other consumer products, collectively known as dioxins....

Can we boost our immune system?

During this difficult time when many of us are thinking more about our health, one question seems to bubble up to the surface time and time again - how can...

How does our immune system work?

Every day our bodies have the difficult task of selecting what has to be rejected as foreign material to prevent illnesses, including viral illnesses such as COVID-19. This sorting process...

How can vitamins support a healthy respiratory tract?

During the coming weeks we will be sharing expert information about some of the things we can all do to look after our general health. To begin, we invited medical expert...

Air pollution reduces life expectancies

This week also brought a new study published in European Society of Cardiology which looked at long term effects of exposure to air pollution on cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. The study...

Indoor Air Quality and Children’s Health – Part two

A study of Indoor Air Quality and Children’s Health In our last post we discussed a new study published in January 2020, The Inside Story. It was a systemic review...

Indoor Air Quality and Children’s Health

A new study published in January 2020, The Inside Story, was a collaboration between The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health and The Royal College of Physicians. The...

What Ella’s mum is doing to prevent further deaths from air pollution

Ella Kissi-Debrah died in 2013 age nine years old following a series of severe asthma attacks. Her death has been linked to air pollution levels near her home and school,...

Are you ready to switch your shampoo?

Welcome to January, the month where many of us will make New Year’s resolutions about our health and well-being. And where 'Dry January' and eating plant-based for the month -...

Endocrine disrupting chemicals in the health news

Endocrine disrupting chemicals and increased risk of breast cancer A new study in the US has found a strong link between use of hair dye and chemical straighteners and breast...

Endocrine disrupting chemicals in the health news

Endocrine disrupting chemicals and increased risk of breast cancer A new study in the US has found a strong link between use of hair dye and chemical straighteners and breast...

Air pollution in the scientific news

Proof that air pollution can age the brain New research published in the Journal of Neurology in November 2019 has found a connection between exposure to air pollution and increased...

Is plastic affecting our health?

It’s thought that we could be breathing in as many as 20,000 microplastic particles each year and ingesting up to 2000 pieces of microplastic every week. 40% of all plastic...

Can air pollution affect us whilst we’re at work?

We spend up to 90% of our time indoors so it makes sense that we might be exposed to airborne pollution at some point. Focus in the media is centred...

Can air pollution affect us whilst we’re at work?

We spend up to 90% of our time indoors so it makes sense that we might be exposed to airborne pollution at some point. Focus in the media is centred...

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