Health
Six things you can do to keep safe from bushfire smoke
For the second time this week, Canberra is the world's worst city for air pollution as it is blanketed by smoke and hazardous haze from the ongoing bushfire crisis.
Jan 6, 2020
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Some cities' smog can ruin your vacation
Got travel plans abroad? Spending just a short time in a highly polluted city can harm your health, researchers warn.
Dec 3, 2019
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Study finds even a short-term visit to a severely polluted city is bad for your health
There are many things people research when planning a vacation or business trip abroad—such as the weather, how to get around a city and where to access free Wi-Fi. But one important piece of information that some people ...
Nov 26, 2019
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4 tips for a healthier home
Simple steps can help you protect your home from health dangers big and small.
Aug 5, 2019
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Radiology & Imaging
Team develops palm-sized 3-D ultrasound imaging system for scoliosis mass screening
Scoliosis conditions can be detected early and monitored frequently, thanks to the portable imaging system developed by PolyU's experts in scoliosis research. The first-of-its-kind palm-sized 3-D ultrasound imaging system ...
May 8, 2019
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Immunology
A good spring clean can help tame seasonal allergies
(HealthDay)—When it's finally time to store away your winter coats and boots, it's also a good time to rid your home of the allergens that accumulated over the winter, an allergist suggests.
Mar 25, 2019
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Turning up the temperature on indoor comfort
Indoor temperatures in aged care homes could have a dramatic impact on the wellbeing of residents, particularly those living with dementia.
Aug 2, 2018
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It's hot outside: How to stay safe when thermometers rise
(HealthDay)—As much of the United States continues to swelter through 90-plus temperatures and high humidity, one emergency physician is offering advice on keeping safe.
Jul 27, 2018
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In a warming world, could air conditioning make things worse?
As climate change continues to push summer temperatures ever higher, the increased use of air conditioning in buildings could add to the problems of a warming world by further degrading air quality and compounding the toll ...
Jul 3, 2018
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How toxic air clouds mental health
There is little debate over the link between air pollution and the human respiratory system: Research shows that dirty air can impair breathing and aggravate various lung diseases. Other potential effects are being investigated, ...
Nov 2, 2017
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