Podcasts about particulate matter

Are your allergies getting worse, or is it the environment? In this episode of Backtable ENT, Dr. Jennifer Villwock, a rhinologist at the University of Kansas, and Dr. William Reisacher, an otolaryngologist at New York Presbyterian Hospital, join the podcast to discuss the impact of environmental extremes on the unified airway with hosts Dr. Ashley Agan and Dr. Gopi Shah. --- SYNPOSIS Topics include the increasing prevalence of allergies and asthma due to climate change, the effects of environmental pollutants and particulates on respiratory health, and the role of healthcare providers in educating and advocating for patients. The conversation also addresses practical strategies for managing symptoms, the importance of urban planning and sustainable practices, and the hope that collective individual efforts can lead to meaningful change. --- TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 01:43 - Understanding the Unified Airway03:09 - Patient Concerns and Environmental Factors10:24 - Impact of Temperature and CO2 on Allergies14:57 - Barometric Pressure and Migraines21:03 - Pollution, Particulate Matter, and Solutions24:49 - Urban Planning29:32 - Epigenetics and Environmental Impact34:15 - Indoor Air Quality and Mold Issues41:01 - Advocacy and Environmental Health45:46 - Final Thoughts and Hope for the Future --- RESOURCES Dr. Jennifer Villwockhttps://www.kumc.edu/jvillwock.html Dr. William Reisacher https://weillcornell.org/wreisacher

It's estimated that 99% of the world breathes air that exceeds the recommended limits for pollution. Air pollution increases your chances for heart and other disease. But it's not just air pollution that's a problem, noise pollution also can affect your heart. In this episode, we discuss the health risks of being exposed to pollution, how air and noise pollution affect your health and things you can do to reduce your pollution exposure. Select references cited in this podcast: Associations of outdoor fine particulate air pollution and cardiovascular disease in 157 436 individuals from 21 high-income, middle-income, and low-income countries (PURE): a prospective cohort study: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanplh/article/PIIS2542-5196(20)30103-0/fulltext Association between Noise and Cardiovascular Disease in a Nationwide U.S. Prospective Cohort Study of Women Followed from 1988 to 2018: https://ehp.niehs.nih.gov/doi/10.1289/EHP12906 The impact of vegetative and solid roadway barriers on particulate matter concentration in urban settings: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0296885  

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Welcome back to Realfoodology! In today's episode, I'm chatting with Mike Feldstein, founder of Jaspr, a sleek and highly effective air purifier that I've been loving for months. If you've followed me on Instagram, you've heard me rave about the shocking truth that indoor air can be more toxic than outdoor air—something the EPA has admitted. Mike and I discuss why our indoor air is so polluted, covering everything from cleaning products to off-gassing furniture, and share practical tips for improving air quality in your home. We also talk about Jaspr's unique features, including its smart mode and ability to filter out harmful particles like mold, and why I'm such a fan. Tune in for simple and actionable solutions to make your home's air cleaner and healthier! Sponsored By:  Jaspr Go to jaspr.co/REALFOODOLOGY and use code REALFOODOLOGY for 20% off for a limited time. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:03:42 - Jaspr Review 00:04:25 - Mike's History Working in Disaster Relief 00:07:23 - Long-Term Health Impacts of Poor Air Quality   00:11:58 - Understanding Air Quality & Air Awareness  00:15:22 - Indoor vs. Outdoor Air Quality 00:21:43 - Jaspr Reader and Particulate Matter in the Air   00:26:42 - Bedroom Air Quality 00:27:46 - Hotel Air Quality and the Jaspr List 00:31:13 - Jaspr Sleep Study 00:36:01 - Keeping Your Home Smelling Fresh  00:38:58 - Mold Overview  00:44:04 - Mold Testing and Toxicity   00:46:56 - The "Mold Rush" 00:48:27 - Filtering Mold 00:49:49 - HEPA Air Filters vs. Jaspr  00:52:02 - Jaspr and Filter Warranty  00:54:04 - Free Clean Air Tips  01:00:02 - Health Implications of Dirty Air   01:03:44 - Jaspr Smart Mode and Placement 01:04:41 - HVAC Filtration 01:06:28 - Skincare and Air Quality  01:07:13 - Zoochosis and Healthy Housing 01:13:08 - Becoming Air Aware  01:14:34 - Nursery Cleanliness   01:16:01 - Jaspr Discount Code!  01:18:21 - Mike's Health Non-Negotiables Check Out Courtney: LEAVE US A VOICE MESSAGE Check Out My new FREE Grocery Guide! @realfoodology @realfoodologypodcast www.realfoodology.com My Immune Supplement by 2x4 Air Dr Air Purifier AquaTru Water Filter EWG Tap Water Database  Produced By: Drake Peterson

Darshan H. Brahmbhatt, Podcast Editor of JACC: Advances discusses a recently published original research paper on Particulate matter-2.5 pollution impact on comorbid cancer and cardiovascular disease mortality in the United States

Tell us what you think about the pod!The health consequences of suspended particles in Jakarta's air -- and safeguards applicable indoors -- come under scrutiny in this episode's interview with Piotr Jakubowski of Nafas, a provider of indoor air-quality monitoring and purifying.  Piotr explains the terms, trends and dynamics of air pollution -- while disclosing the results of an air test done in a quintessentially smokey Senopati bar.  Also: Kevin and Erin delve into the workings of Jakarta's gubernatorial election, cases embroiling Megawati's top lieutenant and signs of complications arising in the Nusantara Capital (IKN) project.Read Erin's newsletter Dari Mulut Ke Mulut here: https://darimulut.beehiiv.com/For a free tril of Reformasi newsletter, go to reformasi.info

In this conversation, Reuben Saltzman and Tessa Murry interview Neil Carlson, a public health specialist with expertise in indoor air quality and mold. They discuss various mold-related topics, including its causes, identification, and remediation. Neil shares insights into his work in commercial and residential buildings, highlighting common problem areas such as air handling units, basements, bathrooms, and attics. He also emphasizes the importance of understanding the building as a system and considering factors like humidity control, filtration, and ventilation. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the impact of cooking on indoor air quality. The conversation covers various topics related to indoor air quality, including the effects of particulate matter on health, monitoring for particulates in buildings, the importance of range hoods in kitchens, unique cases of mold growth, dealing with mold in homes, cleaning ductwork, and the challenges of sub-slab ductwork. Neil Carlson provides insights and recommendations based on his building science and HVAC systems expertise.TakeawaysMold growth is a common issue in commercial and residential buildings, with problem areas including air handling units, basements, bathrooms, and attics.Understanding the building as a system is crucial for addressing mold and indoor air quality issues, considering factors like humidity control, filtration, and ventilation.Proper maintenance and cleaning of HVAC systems, including air handling units and coils, can help prevent mold growth.Designing buildings with appropriate materials and insulation can reduce the risk of mold growth.Cooking can contribute to poor indoor air quality, with high particles generated during cooking. Particulate matter, tiny particulates, has a strong negative impact on people's health, and it is often created indoors from cooking and other sources.Monitoring particulates in buildings, especially kitchen areas, is important for maintaining good indoor air quality.Range hoods are crucial in kitchens to remove pollutants and particulates generated during cooking.Unique cases of mold growth, such as mold growing inside countertops and bagpipes, highlight the importance of proper maintenance and cleaning.Dealing with mold in homes requires caution, especially for individuals with compromised immune systems, and professional help may be necessary for larger mold problems.Cleaning ductwork can be beneficial if done correctly and thoroughly, but it can also create problems if not done properly.Sub-slab ductwork that continuously gets wet is difficult to address, and the best solution may be to fill it in with concrete and go with an elevated system.Using portable HEPA filtration systems can help improve indoor air quality, but it's important to oversize the filter and adjust the airflow to minimize noise.Understanding geology and drainage is crucial when dealing with sub-slab ductwork to prevent moisture and mold issues.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction01:36 Neil Carlson's Background and Expertise06:15 Common Problem Areas in Buildings11:21 Identifying Mold in Homes15:28 Mold Issues in Commercial Buildings21:23 The Impact of Cooking on Indoor Air Quality29:02 The Impact of Particulate Matter on Health30:20 Monitoring for Particulates in Buildings32:38 The Importance of Range Hoods in Kitchens33:07 Dealing with Mold in Homes37:54 Cleaning Ductwork: Benefits and Challenges41:46 Challenges of Sub-slab Ductwork45:17 Understanding Geology and Drainage in Sub-slab Ductwork50:50 Using Portable HEPA Filtration Systems

In this week's episode, host Daniel Raimi talks with Travis Roach, an associate professor and director of the Central Policy Institute at the University of Central Oklahoma, about how the prevalence of air pollution may increase the incidence of fatal traffic accidents in the United States. Roach discusses the characteristics of airborne particulate matter that is 2.5 microns in diameter or less, which is air pollution known as PM2.5; the sources of PM2.5, including coal- and natural gas–fired power plants, vehicle tailpipe emissions, and wildfire smoke; the negative effects of PM2.5 exposure on physical health and cognitive functioning; and policies and technologies that can help reduce public exposure to PM2.5. References and recommendations: “Negative Externalities of Temporary Reductions in Cognition: Evidence from Particulate Matter Pollution and Fatal Car Crashes” by Anne M. Burton and Travis Roach; https://annemburton.com/pages/working_papers/Burton_Roach_Pollution.pdf PurpleAir sensors and maps that measure air-quality data “Prairie Up: An Introduction to Natural Garden Design” by Benjamin Vogt; https://www.press.uillinois.edu/books/?id=p086779

Particulate matter is often overlooked in questions of health. We're now well aware that our food, water, clothes, and products are filled with toxins that negatively impact us. But have you considered that the toxins are even in the air we breathe? The toxicity of the world around us can be overwhelming but luckily there are solutions.   Ian Clark, founder of Activation Products, joins the show today to share his health journey from overcoming various health issues including a tumor, heart disease, and liver problems through natural remedies. His stubbornness to accept that it was all because of his “predisposition genetics” led him to the discovery and development of Solaris.    Solaris, a product derived from plant extracts, aids in detoxifying the body by removing heavy metals, particulate matter, and supporting overall well-being. The versatility of Solaris for topical and internal use, and its efficacy in addressing skin conditions, detoxification, and even diseases like malaria, Lyme, and responses to medical injections makes it a crucial tool in your health arsenal.  With the toxins flooding our body, it is more important than ever to find natural, simple health interventions that get to the root of the problem. Check out Solaris    “These are must-have tools in your toolbox.” -  Ian Clarke   Today's Episode Explores: - The Dangers of Particulate Matter and Its Impact on Health - Introducing Solaris: A Revolutionary Detox Solution - Personal Experiences and Benefits of Using Solaris - Understanding the Unique Properties of Solaris - The Multifaceted Benefits of Solaris: From Cold Prevention to Candida Control - A Cautionary Tale: The Importance of Proper Dosage - Solaris and Cardiovascular Health: A Deep Dive - Solaris in the Fight Against Malaria: A Groundbreaking Study - Beyond Human Health: Solaris for Pets and Environmental Concerns - The Future of Solaris: Availability and Accessibility For more information, visit www.myersdetox.com/Solaris   After listening to this episode, you might be wondering about heavy metals. You can take my quiz here for more info: heavymetalsquiz.com     About Ian Clarke: Ian Clark is the founder and CEO of Activation Products, a company that has gone the extra mile to research simple ways to optimize the mineralization and satiation of elemental compounds of the body. His team's mission is to deliver this information to every biohacker, health enthusiast, and early adopter willing to listen.  After a number of life-threatening health issues hit him all at once, Ian refused to accept a negative outcome, and traveled the globe in pursuit of uncovering potent remedies with powerful natural health benefits.    More About Solaris: Solaris provides nourishment and support for your body to function optimally. It is a dietary supplement that can be applied topically and even ingested. It's the simplest natural way to keep your cells healthy.  Get yours on a discount here: https://tracking.activationproducts.com/JP56F381/2D8SMTT/   The Myers Detox Podcast was created and hosted by Dr. Wendy Myers. This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast, including Wendy Myers and the producers, disclaims responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own and this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

New satellite technologies have helped fill in the spatial gaps between the EPA air quality monitors.

We are constantly inhaling particulate matter—not just from pollution, but from smoke, candles, and even cleaning chemicals. How does it impact our health?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part of the EPA's mission is to give people real-time air quality data. And the more measurements you have, the more effective that data will be.

Sonoma Tech meteorologists discuss the weather and air quality conditions in northeastern Ohio during winter 2022-23, including high AQI days and who won the burrito bet from episode #15!

Ready for a health revolution? Harness the power of natural remedies and simple lifestyle changes with Ian Clark, and embark on a transformative journey to optimal wellness.In this episode, you will be able to:- Understand Ian Clark's journey from severe health problems to optimal wellness and what you can learn from it.- Learn about the power of hydration, the benefits of unrefined sea salt, and the importance of nutrient-dense foods.- Discover unconventional methods like slapping and percussion therapy for health improvement.- Discover the strategies Ian used to transition from health problems to optimal wellness.- Gain insights into the advantages of natural remedies over synthetic medications.- Learn how Ian Clark battled his health crisis with unconventional methods.___________00:00 - Introduction03:03 - Overcoming Health Challenges07:40 - Choosing to Fight12:37 - Rejecting Limiting Beliefs16:03 - Marine Phytoplankton21:30 - Health for Free24:01 - Repairing Injuries Naturally28:32 - Risk vs. Reward of Health30:11 - Missing Pieces in Health Consciousness33:18 - The Invisible Pollutants in Our Environment36:16 - Particulate Matter and Composting Bodies40:27 - Answer to Eliminating Pollutants from the Body42:09 - The Death Culture47:05 - Overcoming Illness54:58 - Tumor and Root Cause56:28 - Blood and Minerals01:00:04 - Sea Minerals01:03:19 - Electrolytes and Water01:09:42 - The problem with prostate cancer01:11:11 - Alzheimer's and dehydration01:15:04 - The benefits of ocean minerals01:17:13 - Blood pressure and hydration01:22:28 - The Benefits of Drinking Salt Water01:23:44 - Overcoming Resistance to Change01:27:11 - Joint Repair Treatment01:34:24 - Healing through Slapping01:37:56 - Healing Torn Meniscus with Slapping01:39:52 - The Courage to Change for Better Health01:43:08 - Accessing Information for Better Health01:47:04 - The Value of Egg Yolks01:50:15 - Prioritizing Health01:50:32 - Conclusion___________Ian Clark:Ian Clark is a wellness guru and founder of Activation Products. After facing a life-threatening health crisis, Ian turned to natural remedies, diet shifts, and unconventional healing methods to transform his health. Today, he's an advocate for holistic health and shares his wisdom to help others achieve their optimal wellness.Website - USA: https://tracking.activationproducts.com/JQXC3P6B/27L9LNR/Website - Canada: https://tracking.activationproducts.com/JQXC3P6B/28RLSCC/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianmclark/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ianclarkactivated/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IanClarkActivationTwitter: https://twitter.com/IanActivated___________Unleash ThyselfWebsite: https://UnleashThyself.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/unleashthyselftoday/Listen to all episodes on Audio:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7a4YLmJoGTuwH695uUGB4CApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/unleash-thyself/id1687232078Constantin Morun:https://www.linkedin.com/in/constantin-bo-morun/___________Disclaimer: The content provided in this episode is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Safety Wars Live. June 7, 2023 PM2.5 and the Canadian Wildfires Today we discussed the Canadian Wildfires and the impacts to the Ambient Air Quality Standards for Particulate Matter. This is a deep dive. For all of your consulting and training needs give us a call a 845-269-5772 or drop us an email at Jim@safetywars.com. WE NOW HAVE A LIVE SHOW MOST WEEKDAYS AT 8 TO 9 PM EST ON SAFETYFM.COM and on many video platforms as Safety Wars. We are on YouTube, Facebook Live, Twitch, Brighteon, Gab, Rumble, Twitter, and LinkedIn. WE ARE AVAILABLE ON YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST PLATFORM AS SAFETY WARS. #jimpoesl #safetyfm #jayallen #safetywars #jcptechnicalservices #environment #sustainability #workplacesafety #hazardousmaterials #industrialhygiene #occupationalhealth #safetyregulations #hazardprevention #riskassessment #chemicalsafety #ergonomics #healthandsafety #standards #environmentalpolichy #workplacehealthpromotion #environmentalhealth #airquality #climatechange #greeninitiatives #sustainabledvelopment #governmentnews #publicpolicy #politics #governmentservices #governmentprograms #pm2.5 #pm10 #canadianwildfires #canada

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Forest fires have been raging across western Canada this week, and wildfire smoke is impacting portions of the United States. Sonoma Tech meteorologists break down where the smoke is heading this weekend and how weather conditions have played a role in the above-average wildfire activity in Canada.To view the video version of this podcast, visit https://youtu.be/JJ4cwS5JhWU.

On April 14, 2023, the Youngstown-Warren region recorded its earliest Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups (USG) ozone day in 13 years. Sonoma Technology meteorologists discuss how weather and long-range pollutant transport influenced this rare USG April event.To watch the video version of this podcast, visit https://youtu.be/RsT_Eh9k16A.

On the "Sustainiacs" show today, Michael and I discuss:✅ Michael's 6 month no-haircut adventure✅ Why he grew out his hair and what happened next✅ An interesting world record✅ EPA proposal on NOx and feedback from engine OEMs✅ The effects of particulate matter on public health✅ 72 million residents in high-traffic Class 8 big rig areas✅ Harvard study on higher COVID-19 risks ✅ What is being done✅ More…Trucking Tower is excited to partner with Michael Vincent and CyberFuels to improve fuel economy 8%-31% while reducing emissions an average of 22%.  Fleets save money.  The environment gets cleaner.  Winner winner chicken dinner.To start saving money on fuel while reducing emissions, please click on Michael's special “Sustainiacs” page below:▶ https://truckingtower.com/sustainiacs/To your success,Andy HedrickCEO – Trucking Tower

A conversation with Nayamin Martinez (Central California Environmental Justice Network) about environmental public health issues and activism in the San Joaquin Valley. Released March 24, 2023.

Sabrina Webster is a resident of Piney Grove, NC - which is in the 1 mile radius of where the Winston-Salem Weaver Fertilizer Plant Fire that happened in January of last year. I did four other episodes about the fire itself and stricter regulations that need to be in place, especially for Ammonium Nitrate that the community was exposed to, so listen to episodes 5,6,7, and 8 for that. There is now a report out about the fire from the Analysis of Publicly Disseminated Air Quality Information During Facility Fire Incident highlights instances when local officials told the public that the air quality was okay and pollutants were just “irritants” when, in fact, levels of Particulate Matter 2.5 were in the EPA's hazardous and very unhealthy categories. Yet, they told residents it was safe to go back to their homes four days after the fire. With Sabrina, we talk about the day the fire happened, the process coming back, the rich history of the Piney Grove community, how the media portrays the community, the lack of compensation they got, and now the current situation. Contact and connect with Sabrina: www.bredl.org Report: https://archive.bredl.org/air/220803_Weaver_Fire_Air_Analysis.html

Why you should ditch your gas stoveDid you ever wonder what the controversy is about gas stoves? There is no controversy. Gas range tops are responsible for high levels of indoor pollution. But what should we do? The answer, change to an induction cooking topTypes of Indoor CookingYou can imagine the first time cooking was brought indoors. Probably a fire inside a cave. It turns out that wasn't all that safe. The particulate matter from the wood not only increased the risk of lung disease, but also increased the transmission of respiratory illness.Community houses, like this one for the Tlingit Nation from Southeast Alaska, had a fire pit in the center of the house. Your status in the community determined how close you would sit by the fire.While the opening in the roof provided some ventilation, it was not enough.Particulate Matter and Disease in Native Americans has been well studied. The lung damage from particulate matter predisposed Native Americans to pneumonia, tuberculosis, influenza, and smallpox.Wooden StovesThe use of wooden stoves with a chimney, and contained fire, were the most popular stoves in America until after the Great Depression.America was excited to go electric. But there is something primal about gas and electric cooking.Cooking with GasThe phrase cooking with gas was from the gas companies competing with electric companies for the new kitchen. The idea that gas was less expensive, faster, and you could see the flame became the basis for their campaign.They were trying to compete with "clean electric"Indoor pollutants with gas range topsProducts from indoor gas ranges are highly toxic to lung tissue. Those products include:Nitrogen dioxideCarbon dioxideMethane emissionBenzeneEven with the range off, gas escapes and pollutes the air indoors. Good ventilation decreases the exposure to gas. Most people do not like continuous fans. In addition to the methane, there is also benzene that escapes.Culture WarsAs soon as the United States Consumer Product Safety announced it was considering regulations for indoor gas cooking the vitriole started.A Wall Street Journal Editorial stated "Don't believe for a second Consumer Product Safety Commission member Richard Trumka Jr.'s slippery claim that they aren't coming for your stove." She also went on to state that the research was paid for.Jim Jordan, the Republican Congressman from Ohio tweeted, "God, Guns, and Gas Stoves."Sean Hannity, that famous high school graduate stated that "Biden is coming for your gas stove."On my tiktok channel I had lots of people parrot this.I never knew so many old white men knew where the stove was? Let alone what it used for fuelResearchWe have known about the dangers of nitrogen dioxide since the 1960's. (see here, here, here). Experimental data showed it cause lung damage in animal models, then it was associated with human studies. None of these researchers were concerned about climate change.What can you do?Even ventilation to the outdoor with a powerful hood may not decrease the nitrogen dioxide enough. And often you won't have the ventilation fan on when the stove is not on.Converting to induction stovetop might be...

The Other Side of the Story with Dr. Jay Lehr and Tom Harris – This topic is especially important because the industry is being held to standards that are unneeded yet cost everyone a fortune. Our guest today, Steve Milloy, a scientist and lawyer famous for his 20-year-old website junkscience.com, tells us about coal miners who are exposed to high levels of...

The Other Side of the Story with Dr. Jay Lehr and Tom Harris – This topic is especially important because the industry is being held to standards that are unneeded yet cost everyone a fortune. Our guest today, Steve Milloy, a scientist and lawyer famous for his 20-year-old website junkscience.com, tells us about coal miners who are exposed to high levels of...

The EPA's Annual Air Report discusses air pollution trends around the United States each year, focusing on specific pollutants that are considered especially harmful to human health and the environment. In a new resource, air quality professionals from Camfil Syracuse Air Filters, explain the findings of the report in easy-to-understand language and discuss the implications of the findings for Americans.The data from the Annual Air Report shows that key pollutants have been declining, both overall since the introduction of the Clean Air Act and year-over-year. It's important to note that at the same time these key pollutants have declined, the US economy has grown and overall energy usage has increased. This demonstrates actions taken to provide clean and healthy air do not hamper economic growth. Since 1990, the EPA has observed the following decreases in various pollutants: - Carbon Monoxide (CO) 8-Hour, 79% - Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) Annual, 61% - Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) 1-Hour, 54% - Ozone (O3) 8-Hour, 21% - Particulate Matter 10 microns (PM10) 24-Hour, 32% - Particulate Matter 2.5 microns (PM2.5) Annual, 37% (from 2000) - Particulate Matter 2.5 microns (PM2.5) 24-Hour, 33% (from 2000) - Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) 1-Hour, 91%Though total emissions of key pollutants have dropped by 78% since the very first Annual Air Report, the presence of dangerous air pollutants has not been completely eliminated, which still has notable effects on human health and the environment. In fact, the average American would see an extension of approximately two years in their lifespan if air pollution concentration was reduced to limits recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO).Continue reading EPA Releases 2021 Annual Air Report: What It Revealed About Pollution Levels and Air Quality.

In the first of a two-part series on wintertime pollution in the Mahoning Valley, Sonoma Tech meteorologists break down the causes and weather patterns responsible for high AQI levels during the winter in Youngstown-Warren.For the video version of this podcast, visit https://youtu.be/lWQ27f-nPQM. 

In the last of a two-part series on wintertime pollution in the Mahoning Valley, Sonoma Tech meteorologists preview the winter 2022-23 weather forecast & how conditions may influence air quality in the Youngstown-Warren region.To see the video version of this podcast, visit https://youtu.be/veBwCxqVXuk.

In this episode, Ayesha shared new research about how scientists at the Francis Crick Institute and University College London have found a mechanism of action to explain how air pollution may cause lung cancer in non-smokers. The research findings revealed that people who live in polluted areas have a higher risk of lung cancer, and that particulate matter smaller than 2.5 micrometers (PM2.5) can act on existing genetic mutations to trigger inflammation and the development of cancer. Hear more about the research findings in this episode.Ayesha also talked about how a woman with a unique ability to smell Parkinson's disease has helped scientists develop a new test that may aid in the early diagnosis of the condition. The Scottish woman was able to detect something was off with her husband's body odor more than a decade before he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Find out more about how researchers leveraged her powerful sense of smell to develop the new test.Read the full articles here:New Research Reveals How Air Pollution May Trigger Lung CancerScientists Develop Parkinson's Test Based on Woman's Ability to Smell It For more life science and medical device content, visit the Xtalks Vitals homepage.Follow Us on Social MediaTwitter: @Xtalks Instagram: @Xtalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xtalks.Webinars/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/xtalks-webconferences YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/XtalksWebinars/featured

According to the World Health Organization, almost the entire global population – 99% in fact – breathes air that exceeds WHO air quality limits and threatens their health. Air quality is of great concern everywhere.  Over 6,000 cities in 117 countries monitor air quality, but the people living in those cities are still breathing unhealthy […]

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Jackie Imboden, Acting Asst. Director VA Policies and Procedures shares with you the latest on presumptive conditions both from Vietnam and also from more recent actions involving Iraq, Afghanistan, and other middle eastern countries.  Congress has finally added three new presumptive conditions and in addition, the Secretary of the VA, being proactive, has recognized three more due to exposure to Particulate Matter on our more recent deployments. Learn the time frames and who families can now file for assistance and compensation in this matter. 

EPA's Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee released a draft review Friday that recommended Administrator Michael Regan tighten standards on fine particulate matter. POLITICO's Alex Guillén breaks down that recommendation, along with the health, environmental and financial implications.   Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.  Alex Guillén is an energy reporter for POLITICO Pro.  Carlos Prieto is an audio producer for POLITICO.  Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio. Jenny Ament is the interim executive producer of POLITICO's audio department.

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AQI Air Quality Index - measures particles in the air Ozone good at high altitudes bad on the earth surface https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ozone#Low_level_ozone PM2.5 Particulate Matter, 2.5 micrometers https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Particulates#Size,_shape_and_solubility_matter https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Particulates#Wildfire_smoke_risk Getting AQI data Determining air quality in my area is as simple as visiting https://www.airnow.gov and entering my zip code. Although my zip code covers 139.56 square miles, the result is accurate enough for my needs. When my zip code was submitted, the web page did not refresh. This means that the client interface made an API call to the backend server. It sure would be nice if the AQI status was emailed to my phone every hour, if the AQI was above a certain threshold. In order to get the data from the API, it is necessary to emulate the request made by the client to the API. This can be accomplished using Firefox. open Firefox go to https://www.airnow.gov open the Firefox developer tools, either through the menu or with CTRL+SHIFT+i in the dev tools, select the Network tab enter the zip code in the form and submit watch the Network tab for a POST request to https://airnowgovapi.com/reportingarea/get click on the request in the network tab Another set of tabs are now available to display various bits of information regarding the request. From this data, it is possible to recreate the query. However, I took an even easier route, and right-clicked on the query in the Network tab, and selected Copy > Copy as cURL to get the request as a curl command complete with all necessary arguments prefilled. Since I didn't want to write my entire AQI fetching script in bash, I copied the curl command into a text file and ported the request to Ruby. The Finished Script #!/usr/bin/env ruby require 'net/http' require 'uri' require 'json' uri ="https://airnowgovapi.com/reportingarea/get" parsed_uri = URI.parse(uri) payload={latitude:39.88,longitude:-120.76,stateCode:'CA',maxDistance:50} response = Net::HTTP.post_form(parsed_uri, payload) data = JSON.parse(response.body)[0] aqi=data["aqi"].to_i category=data['category'] parameter=data['parameter'] output= "#{parameter}: #{aqi} - #{category}" puts output /opt/textjezra "#{output}"` if aqi > 70

In the final installment of the wintertime air pollution series, Sonoma Tech meteorologists discuss the difficulties in forecasting fine particles (known as PM2.5) during the winter, and why the public should pay close attention to wintertime PM2.5 forecasts.

In the first of a two-part series on wintertime air pollution, Sonoma Tech meteorologists explain why pollution of fine particles (known as PM2.5) is common during the winter months, and what winter weather patterns can influence PM2.5 AQI levels.

VA has announced that Veterans diagnosed with chronic asthma, rhinitis, and sinusitis within 10 years of a qualifying period of service in Southwest Asia and certain other areas will have their disability claims processed on a presumptive basis. Join us as we take you through the specifics of VA's new policy, how this affects Veterans exposed to burn pits, which Veterans can benefit, and implications going forward. For more information, visit our website at cck-law.com Follow us on social media: YouTube - http://bit.ly/CCKYTL Facebook - http://bit.ly/CCKFBL Instagram - http://bit.ly/CCKINL Twitter - http://bit.ly/CCKTL

Air pollution is deadly.  Studies have found that particles from air pollution can enter our lungs and bloodstream, contributing to major health conditions including heart disease, stroke, cancer, and kidney disease.  Globally, air pollution is responsible for the premature deaths of millions of people every year.  The first line of defense against air pollution is […]

#JordinSparks "Tell me how I'm supposed to breathe with no air? Can't live, can't breathe with no air." Last week, the European Union Court of Justice ruled that the United Kingdom breached the Air Quality and Cleaner Air Directive n.º 2008/50/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council. As its name implies, this directive gave Member States several goals, up to 2020, in order to protect and enhance the air quality and human health, among these article 13(1) which establishes that Member States have to ensure that “levels of sulphur dioxide, Particulate Matter, lead, and carbon monoxide in ambient air do not exceed the limit values laid down in Annex XI.” And apparently the UK failed. Other news: - Supreme Federal Court annulled criminal convictions of the former President of Brasil; - Several legal changes: In Switzerland, Hong Kong and Germany; - We like to keep you updated: Again, we have a lot of updating to do. #TLT #TheLawTeaser

In this episode, I have a conversation with Danielle Sipp, a powerful high school activist in Indiana on environmental racism - a topic she is incredibly knowledgeable about. Environmental racism goes so much deeper than surface level, and many aspects of it are hidden in our political system. Throughout the episode, we discuss Dani's personal experiences with environmental racism in Indiana, what exactly it is, what has allowed it to flourish in our society, and what you can do to support the fight against environmental racism. After listening to the podcast episode, be sure to check out these articles and organizations: White Flight in Gary, IN https://www.theguardian.com/society/2017/mar/28/poverty-racism-gary-indiana-factory-jobs Structural Racism and Health Inequities: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4306458/ Disparities and Distribution of Particulate Matter: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5844406/ Environmental Racism in Uganda: https://t.co/LVKH15Xx7n https://observer.ug/businessnews/67244-uganda-s-23-year-old-climate-activist-nakate-on-environmental-racism Follow Just Transition NWI: Instagram & Facebook: @justtransitionNWI Twitter: @transitionNWI Follow NAACP Gary: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100008774049773 Follow Danielle Sipp on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/africandanii Music: On the Verge / Joseph McDade

Zibby loved reading Particulate Matter, Felicia Luna Lemus's uniquely crafted work of creative nonfiction. She spoke with Felicia Luna Lemus about her process of creating this "portrait" of a challenging year, human vulnerability, and noticing the beauty in everyday details.

In Part I talked about burn pits, burn pits are just one type of toxic exposure. In Part 2 we will be looking at an overview of Particulate Matter.  Particulate matter goes straight through our body's natural layers of protection and straight into our systems…their micro size lets them travel deep, embedding then causing cancer or fibrosis (scaring of the lungs).   Toxic exposure did (does) not just effect the veteran & military community, but also deployed civilians, contractors,…anyone exposed.  From HunterSeven: “Particulate Matter ("PM") is the sum of all solid, liquid particles suspended in the air many of which are hazardous. This complex mixture includes both organic and inorganic particles, such as dust, pollen, soot, smoke and liquid droplets… smaller size particles can travel deeper, bypassing the trachea and its protective screens and enter the primary bronchus, bronchioles and into the alveolus . For those who don't know, the alveoli are those tiny grape-like sacs that are responsible for O2-CO2 exchange between the lungs and bloodstream. Embedded particles depending on what the particles are contain and are a byproduct from makes a concerning point in terms of scarring (fibrosis) and subsequently respiratory related illnesses and terminal cancers.”Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/theprotectors)

This is episode 66 of EV Musings a podcast about renewables, electric vehicles and things that are interesting to electric vehicle owners. On the show today we'll be looking particulate matter and why something so microscopic is such a big problem. LINKS Hydrogen episode : https://evmusings.libsyn.com/59-the-hydrogen-episode Cool thing: Two part  article on hydrogen : Part 1: The supply side - https://about.bnef.com/blog/liebreich-separating-hype-from-hydrogen-part-one-the-supply-side/ Part 2 : The demand side - https://about.bnef.com/blog/liebreich-separating-hype-from-hydrogen-part-two-the-demand-side/ Social Media: EVMusings: Twitter https://twitter.com/MusingsEv and Facebook http://www.facebook.com/The-EV-Musings-Podcast-2271582289776763 Octopus Energy referral code (Click this link to get started) https://share.octopus.energy/neat-star-460 'So, you've gone electric?' on Amazon : https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07Q5JVF1X Patreon Link: http://www.patreon.com/evmusings  

Dr. Ray Peat has a Ph.D. in Biology from the University of Oregon, with specialization in physiology. The schools he has taught at include: the University of Oregon, Urbana College, Montana State University, National College of Naturopathic Medicine, Universidad Veracruzana, the Universidad Autonoma del Estado de Mexico, and Blake College. He started his work with progesterone and related hormones in 1968. In papers in Physiological Chemistry and Physics (1971 and 1972) and in his dissertation (University of Oregon, 1972), he outlined his ideas regarding progesterone, and the hormones closely related to it, as protectors of the body's structure and energy against the harmful effects of estrogen, radiation, stress, and lack of oxygen. Dr. Peats website: www.raypeat.com Primitive Initiative website, products, show notes, resources and timestamps: www.primitiveinitiative.com

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The Environmental Protection Agency recently proposed retaining both the existing particulate matter and ozone primary and secondary standards. Over the last several decades, air quality in the United States has improved dramatically. Though many have advocated for more stringent PM and ozone standards, the environmental and public health imperative for tighter standards is the subject of debate. Unlike in the past, the agency was able to finish the review of these criteria pollutants within the five-year statutory window. What was the basis for retaining these standards, how did the agency review the standards in such a timely fashion, and are these actions supported by the best available science? What are the arguments for and against these proposed actions? And are these standards, if finalized, likely to withstand judicial review? Experts discuss these and other critical questions.Featuring:- Jeffrey R. Holmstead, Partner, Bracewell LLP- Justin Schwab, Founder, CGCN Law, PLLC- [Moderator] Daren Bakst, Senior Research Fellow, The Heritage FoundationVisit our website - www.RegProject.org - to learn more, view all of our content, and connect with us on social media.

The Environmental Protection Agency recently proposed retaining both the existing particulate matter and ozone primary and secondary standards. Over the last several decades, air quality in the United States has improved dramatically. Though many have advocated for more stringent PM and ozone standards, the environmental and public health imperative for tighter standards is the subject of debate. Unlike in the past, the agency was able to finish the review of these criteria pollutants within the five-year statutory window. What was the basis for retaining these standards, how did the agency review the standards in such a timely fashion, and are these actions supported by the best available science? What are the arguments for and against these proposed actions? And are these standards, if finalized, likely to withstand judicial review? Experts discuss these and other critical questions.Featuring:- Jeffrey R. Holmstead, Partner, Bracewell LLP- Justin Schwab, Founder, CGCN Law, PLLC- [Moderator] Daren Bakst, Senior Research Fellow, The Heritage FoundationVisit our website - www.RegProject.org - to learn more, view all of our content, and connect with us on social media.

The Environmental Protection Agency recently proposed retaining both the existing particulate matter and ozone primary and secondary standards. Over the last several decades, air quality in the United States has improved dramatically. Though many have advocated for more stringent PM and ozone standards, the environmental and public health imperative for tighter standards is the subject of debate. Unlike in the past, the agency was able to finish the review of these criteria pollutants within the five-year statutory window. What was the basis for retaining these standards, how did the agency review the standards in such a timely fashion, and are these actions supported by the best available science? What are the arguments for and against these proposed actions? And are these standards, if finalized, likely to withstand judicial review? Join us as we discuss these and other critical questions. Featuring: -- Jeffrey R. Holmstead, Partner, Bracewell LLP-- Justin Schwab, Founder, CGCN Law, PLLC-- Moderator: Daren Bakst, Senior Research Fellow, The Heritage Foundation

The Environmental Protection Agency recently proposed retaining both the existing particulate matter and ozone primary and secondary standards. Over the last several decades, air quality in the United States has improved dramatically. Though many have advocated for more stringent PM and ozone standards, the environmental and public health imperative for tighter standards is the subject of debate. Unlike in the past, the agency was able to finish the review of these criteria pollutants within the five-year statutory window. What was the basis for retaining these standards, how did the agency review the standards in such a timely fashion, and are these actions supported by the best available science? What are the arguments for and against these proposed actions? And are these standards, if finalized, likely to withstand judicial review? Join us as we discuss these and other critical questions. Featuring: Jeffrey R. Holmstead, Partner, Bracewell LLPJustin Schwab, Founder, CGCN Law, PLLCModerator: Daren Bakst, Senior Research Fellow, The Heritage Foundation This call is open to the public - please dial 888-752-3232 to access the call.

Philip Landrigan, M.D., from Boston College, explains the nature, origin, and health impact of particulate matter in our air, that it can cause preterm births, cardiovascular and other diseases, of the wholesome advances we had made to reduce it, but now of worrisome new set-backs.

Last April, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administrator Andrew Wheeler announced the agency was going to retain a piece of legislation called the National Ambient Air Quality Standard for Particulate Matter without changes. The move has been heavily criticized by environmental advocates. Fine particulate pollutants or particulate matter are made up of particles (tiny … Continue reading "Smart Talk Thursday: Lung Association questions EPA on pollution regs; Baseball will be played this summer"

GNS Science monitors levels of air pollution around New Zealand, and why soap is the ultimate coronavirus buster.

GNS Science monitors levels of air pollution around New Zealand, especially small particles that can have severe health effects.

GNS Science monitors levels of air pollution around New Zealand, and why soap is the ultimate coronavirus buster.

GNS Science monitors levels of air pollution around New Zealand, especially small particles that can have severe health effects.

Commentary by Dr. Valentin Fuster

California has a compelling need to reduce pollutant emissions to reach health-based ambient air quality goals. The South Coast Air Quality Management District and the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District are currently in extreme non-attainment of the eight-hour federal ozone standard, and in non-attainment for the 24-hour PM2.5 standard. A recent study found that converting medium and heavy duty transportation vehicles to electricity would not only dramatically reduce air pollution, but would also create more jobs than vehicles that run on other fuels. Tune in as we discuss the study with Eileen Tutt, Executive Director of the California Electric Transportation Coalition and Simon Mui, Senior Scientist, Climate & Clean Energy Program, Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC).

In this episode host Mark Reggers and guest Jen Hines, Consultant Occupational Hygienist and Lecturer at the University of Wollongong continue where they left off and resume their discussion on the subject matter of diesel particulate matter. Diesel particulate matter is the particle substance within diesel exhaust. It is a carcinogenic combination of particulates and gases that are detrimental to one’s health. Occupational exposure can present itself in the form of short term acute effects such as eye and respiratory irritation through to long term chronic conditions like heart and lung disease.

In this episode, the first of a two-part series, guest Jen Hines, Consultant Occupational Hygienist and Lecturer at the University of Wollongong joins us to discuss diesel particulate matter with host Mark Reggers. Diesel particulate matter is the particle substance within diesel exhaust. It is a carcinogenic combination of particulates and gases that are detrimental to one’s health. Occupational exposure can present itself in the form of short term acute effects such as eye and respiratory irritation through to long term chronic conditions like heart and lung disease.

It's an end of summer tradition, where Nevada's Black Rock Desert transforms into a thriving art and culture hub. But "Burning Man" is also known for producing poor air quality. Meteorologists Patrick Zahn, Hilary Minor, Jeff Beamish, and Marcus Hylton examine the health effect "Burning Man" has on its participants, and ways people attending can protect themselves from harmful particulate matter.

On May 16, 2019, a severe dust event generated Unhealthy air quality in Imperial Valley, California. In the debut episode of the High Pressure Podcast, meteorologists Patrick Zahn and Jeff Beamish analyze the weather and air quality conditions that triggered this event.

This month's guest, Justin Stewart (@thecrobe), studies air quality and atmospheric microbial communities in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He tells us about how he got interested in microbes and about some of the challenges of studying these organisms in the air. He explains how several components of air quality (including ozone, PM2.5, and microbes) vary across the city, how they can affect human health and ecosystem function, and how those air quality might change in the face of extreme weather events and climate change. We discuss what the city has done to combat poor air quality (spoiler: not much) and whether microbes could actually play a role in helping to make the air safer for everyone to breathe. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––If you have questions, comments, or suggestions for future episodes, e-mail us at futurecitiespodcast@gmail.com or find us on Twitter @FutureCitiesPod. Learn more about the Urban Resilience to Extremes Sustainability Research Network (UREx SRN) at www.sustainability.asu.edu/urbanresilience.

Gasoline and diesel cars have tailpipe emissions. They emit nitrogen oxides and particulate matter which are both harmful for human health. Nitrogen oxides contribute to the formation of ozone, smog, and acid rain. Particulate matter, which is basically dust, with a diameter of 2.5 micrometers or smaller are called fine particles and can get deep into our lungs and cause serious trouble. Electric cars don’t have tailpipe emissions. But: there are non-tailpipe emissions due to brake wear and resuspension, which depends on the size and the weight of the vehicle, and not on the type of motor. Yet there is an undisputable potential for air quality enhancement through switching to electric vehicles as main mean of transportation, especially in terms of nitrogen oxide emission. This was confirmed by both a hypothetical calculation and a real life assessment. Contact InformationE-Mail: electric-vehicle-podcast@outlook.comWebsite: www.electric-vehicle-podcast.comTwitter: teresa_rhoferFacebook: ElectricVehiclePodcastReferences[1] A. Soret, M. Guevara, and J. M. Baldasano, “The potential impacts of electric vehicles on air quality in the urban areas of Barcelona and Madrid (Spain),” Atmospheric Environment, vol. 99, pp. 51–63, 2014.[2] G. Razeghi, M. Carreras-Sospedra, T. Brown, J. Brouwer, D. Dabdub, and S. Samuelsen, “Episodic air quality impacts of plug-in electric vehicles,” Atmospheric Environment, vol. 137, pp. 90–100, 2016.[3] R. Tan, D. Tang, and B. Lin, “Policy impact of new energy vehicles promotion on air quality in Chinese cities,” Energy Policy, vol. 118, pp. 33–40, 2018.[4] “Air Pollutants.” [Online]. Available: http://www.enviropedia.org.uk/Air_Quality/Air_Pollutants.php. [Accessed: 04-Jul-2019].[5] “Air Pollution Chemistry.” [Online]. Available: http://www.enviropedia.org.uk/Air_Quality/Air_Pollution_Chemistry.php. [Accessed: 04-Jul-2019].[6] “Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) Pollution - Health Issues - Icopal.” [Online]. Available: http://www.icopal-noxite.co.uk/nox-problem/nox-pollution.aspx. [Accessed: 27-Aug-2019].[7] “Particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5) | National Pollutant Inventory.” [Online]. Available: http://www.npi.gov.au/resource/particulate-matter-pm10-and-pm25. [Accessed: 27-Aug-2019]. MusicDigital Future Technology [audiojungle]

On our podcast today we'll be continuing our series on specific EVs that are on the market at the moment. We've already covered the BMW i3, and the Kia Soul. Today we're looking at the Nissan Leaf 40kWh. Range? Efficiency? Specs? What's it like to drive? We also look at Rapidgate and see if it's as big a problem as everybody thinks. We have input today from Dean Snelling and Mike Stanton (Who you will know from our episode on Charging (episode 2). Thanks to them for their thoughts and comments. LINKS 'N' STUFF  Links to Articles etc. Episode 2 - Charging - http://evmusings.libsyn.com/charging Episode 9 - The i3 - http://evmusings.libsyn.com/9-the-i3 Episode 10 - The Kia Soul - http://evmusings.libsyn.com/10-the-kia-soul Dean Snelling  https://twitter.com/SnellingDean Mike Stanton  https://twitter.com/MrMikeStanton The Roborace  https://driveev.net/2018/07/02/11520/#.XTLOtbPTUlQ   Cool things Fully Charged Podcast on Particulate Matter. https://fullycharged.show/podcasts/podcast-24/ Space X  https://news.sky.com/story/amp/elon-musk-says-spacex-could-beat-nasa-and-land-on-moon-within-two-years-11766521 Social media Simon Roe :  https://twitter.com/theevside and Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdWjTTQM5s3W3J9sXL0KMcw Gary Comerford:  https://twitter.com/TheRealGaryC  EVMusings: Twitter https://twitter.com/MusingsEv and Facebook www.facebook.com/The-EV-Musings-Podcast-2271582289776763 “So, you've gone electric?” on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07Q5JVF1X

This week we welcome Parham Azimi, PhD to Iaqradio+. Dr Azimi is a research associate in the Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering at Illinois Institute of Technology. Much of his research work has focused on fate, transport, and control of indoor aerosols of indoor and ambient origin, chronic health impacts of fine particles in various microenvironments, and energy performance of residential and commercial buildings. Parham is a member of ASHRAE Technical Committee 2.4, UL 2904 Standard Technical Panel, International Society for Indoor Air Quality and Climate (ISIAQ) and American Association for Aerosol Research (AAAR). Dr. Azimi’s work came to our attention recently when we were sent a copy of a recent paper he worked on with Brent Stephens, PhD called “A framework for estimating the US mortality burden of fine particulate matter exposure attributable to indoor and outdoor microenvironments”. Dr. Stephens joined us on March 13, 2015 for a great show on The Intersection of Building Science, Energy Efficiency & IAQ.

This week we welcome Parham Azimi, PhD to Iaqradio+. Dr Azimi is a research associate in the Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering at Illinois Institute of Technology. Much of his research work has focused on fate, transport, and control of indoor aerosols of indoor and ambient origin, chronic health impacts of fine particles in various microenvironments, and energy performance of residential and commercial buildings. Parham is a member of ASHRAE Technical Committee 2.4, UL 2904 Standard Technical Panel, International Society for Indoor Air Quality and Climate (ISIAQ) and American Association for Aerosol Research (AAAR).   Dr. Azimi's work came to our attention recently when we were sent a copy of a recent paper he worked on with Brent Stephens, PhD called "A framework for estimating the US mortality burden of fine particulate matter exposure attributable to indoor and outdoor microenvironments". Dr. Stephens joined us on March 13, 2015 for a great show on The Intersection of Building Science, Energy Efficiency & IAQ.

This week on Mondays at The Overhead Wire Anna Muessig of Gehl joins to chat about her trip to Australia, Minneapolis 2040, and we have fun discussing mobility monopolies. Below are links to stories we talked about this week. News Modern Trains - Streetsblog USA New York considers banning cashless business - Guardian Death of Montreal Bagels? Globe and Mail Story of the Week Minneapolis' radical rezoning - Curbed Lina Hidalgo to run Harris County - New York Magazine Spotlight New Mobility Becoming the Amazon of Transport - The Conversation Puppies and Butterflies The first condo - Price Tags

AJN editor-in-chief Shawn Kennedy speaks with author Jessica Castner about her article, which provides an overview of particulate matter exposure and health, and management strategies for practice.

A few years ago, Lab Out Loud showcased Clifton Roozeboom’s PocketLab - a small, rugged wireless sensor platform that could easily collect a suite of common measurements while simultaneously reporting to a device for data visualization and analysis. A few years later, with newer and less expensive sensors, PocketLab has developed a novel product that can now measure air quality. Called PocketLab Air, this wireless device contains six built-in sensors for measuring Carbon Dioxide, Ozone, Particulate Matter, Temperature, Barometric Pressure, Humidity, Dew Point, and Heat Index. Listen to the Lab Out Loud to learn how your students can use the family of PocketLab sensors to build science experiments for exploring even more of the world around them. Show Notes at: https://laboutloud.com/2018/01/episode-179-pocketlab-air/

Carson Jeffries: Good morning, I'm Carson Jeffries with the Mold Firm and I'm here today with long-time friend and owner of Air Allergen & Mold Testing. Richard Johnson: My name is Richard Johnson and I'm the President/CEO of Air Allergen & Mold Testing. The best thing is a good filter in the HVAC system. They have ratings on filters that can describe how small of a particulate can capture and including mold spores because mold spores basically a particulate. A filter with the equivalent of MERV 8 rating will capture particulate down as small as 3 microns. Most mold spores are 3 microns or higher. Aspergillus and Penicillium, for instance, are in the 3.3 micron range, stachybotrys is around 5 microns. So if you have at least a MERV 8 filtering furnace, you're going to be reducing the amount of mold spores that are in the air. It's not going to eliminate them but it'll be healthier. If you're looking for the background particulate to the deterioration of the indoor environment there we recommend at least a MERV 10 filter because that will go down to 1 micron. And that will help filter out some of the background particulates as well. The problem that we see in Atlanta, there are no regulations of what kind of filters that the HVAC system should have. As a result, the vast majority of all of the places that we go into where they're having respiratory problems have these fiberglassy, see-through filters that are statistically equivalent to no filter at all when it comes to helping the indoor air quality. And it’s particularly true in apartment buildings, where we see that the filters are – they're useless in terms of filtering any of these kind materials out of the air. Carson: Things that tenants and homeowners can do or landlords to reduce the probability for unhealthy particulates or mold would include better filtration, proper maintenance of the HVAC units and elimination of excess moisture such as leaks, pipe bursts, things like that. Richard: Absolutely. Water is not your friend in a built-in environment. If you have any kind of a situation where you have some really high humidity or causing that kind of thing in the indoor environment, you have a serious problem. And it doesn't have to be directly in the indoor environment. If it's a home, for instance, that has a crawl space, the crawl space is not conditioned or filtered and all that kind of thing. You have a perfect environment for a lot of mold growth. Then a lot of these places have the furnace in the crawl space. And if the furnace is not well sealed, it completely isolates the air from the crawl space from the home. What happens is, you have this breeding ground for mold and that kind of stuff gets drawn into the HVAC system, then broadcast out through the entire home.

Radio Joe attended the 1.5 day Workshop on the Health Risks of Indoor Exposure to Particulate Matter at the The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. The workshop was a who's who of indoor air quality researchers, regulators, stakeholders, industry leaders and others. It was held at the National Academies building in DC and was sponsored by EPA. Over 400 people watched the webinar live and learned more than they ever thought was possible about particulate matter, indoor air quality and health effets. Radio Joe will summarize the key points from 1.5 day program in a one hour program today. LEARN MORE on what we know and what we still need to learn about how particulate matter affects health this week on IAQ Radio.

Radio Joe attended the 1.5 day Workshop on the Health Risks of Indoor Exposure to Particulate Matter at the The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. The workshop was a who's who of indoor air quality researchers, regulators, stakeholders, industry leaders and others. It was held at the National Academies building in DC and was sponsored by EPA. Over 400 people watched the webinar live and learned more than they ever thought was possible about particulate matter, indoor air quality and health effets. Radio Joe will summarize the key points from 1.5 day program in a one hour program today. LEARN MORE on what we know and what we still need to learn about how particulate matter affects health this week on IAQ Radio.

Join us this week on IAQradio when we welcome Jeff May to discuss two presentations he gave at the Indoor Air Quality Associations 19th Annual Meeting; Mold in the Mechanical Leading Cause of Sick-building Symptoms and Under Recognized Sources of Indoor Bio-Aerosols. Some of the bio-aerosols he will discuss are obscure and others are surprising. We will also do a short preview of the EPA sponsored Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine conference on The Health Risks of Indoor Exposure to Particulate Matter. The conference is next week in DC and Radio Joe will be covering it for IAQ Radio. Jeff May is Principal Scientist of May Indoor Air Investigations, LLC in Tyngsborough, MA. Author of four books on IAQ (published by The Johns Hopkins University Press), including My House is Killing Me and The Mold Survival Guide, Jeff has been investigating building problems in homes, schools and office for over 25 years, and has examined by microscopy over 35,000 air and dust samples. A nationally recognized speaker on IAQ topics, Jeff is a member of IAQA, the Pan American Aerobiology Association, American Chemical Society, and the New England Chapter of the American Industrial Hygiene Association, among others. He is a Certified Indoor Air Quality Professional (CIAQP, Association of Energy Engineers), and is a licensed Mold Assessor in the state of Florida. He holds a B.A. from Columbia College (chemistry) and an M.A. from Harvard University (organic chemistry), and has served as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Work Environment at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. LEARN MORE with Jeff May this week on IAQradio!

Join us this week on IAQradio when we welcome Jeff May to discuss two presentations he gave at the Indoor Air Quality Associations 19th Annual Meeting; Mold in the Mechanical Leading Cause of Sick-building Symptoms and Under Recognized Sources of Indoor Bio-Aerosols. Some of the bio-aerosols he will discuss are obscure and others are surprising. We will also do a short preview of the EPA sponsored Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine conference on The Health Risks of Indoor Exposure to Particulate Matter. The conference is next week in DC and Radio Joe will be covering it for IAQ Radio. Jeff May is Principal Scientist of May Indoor Air Investigations, LLC in Tyngsborough, MA. Author of four books on IAQ (published by The Johns Hopkins University Press), including My House is Killing Me and The Mold Survival Guide, Jeff has been investigating building problems in homes, schools and office for over 25 years, and has examined by microscopy over 35,000 air and dust samples. A nationally recognized speaker on IAQ topics, Jeff is a member of IAQA, the Pan American Aerobiology Association, American Chemical Society, and the New England Chapter of the American Industrial Hygiene Association, among others. He is a Certified Indoor Air Quality Professional (CIAQP, Association of Energy Engineers), and is a licensed Mold Assessor in the state of Florida. He holds a B.A. from Columbia College (chemistry) and an M.A. from Harvard University (organic chemistry), and has served as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Work Environment at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. LEARN MORE with Jeff May this week on IAQradio!

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How do you visualize something you've never seen? That's the question facing policy makers who are charged with preparing for the potential public health effects of a warming climate. In this podcast, Kristie Ebi looks at various scenarios used to power models that predict effects of climate change. Ebi is the author of "Climate Change, Tropospheric Ozone and Particulate Matter, and Health Impacts" and an independent consultant who has served on numerous scientific panels including the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. Visit the podcast webpage to download a full transcript of this podcast.