Scientists categorize Earth as a 'toxic planet'
Humans emit more than 250 billion tonnes of chemical substances a year, in a toxic avalanche that is harming people and life everywhere on the planet.
Environment
Feb 7, 2017
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News tagged with world health organisation
Bacteria found in ancient Irish soil halts growth of superbugs—new hope for tackling antibiotic resistance
Researchers analysing soil from Ireland long thought to have medicinal properties have discovered that it contains a previously unknown strain of bacteria which is effective against four of the top six superbugs that are ...
Cell & Microbiology
Dec 27, 2018
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VW under fire for diesel tests on monkeys, humans
The world's biggest carmaker Volkswagen faced fresh scrutiny Monday over reports it helped finance experiments that saw monkeys and humans breathe car exhaust fumes.
Business
Jan 29, 2018
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New compound which kills antibiotic-resistant superbugs discovered
A new compound which visualises and kills antibiotic resistant superbugs has been discovered by scientists at the University of Sheffield and Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL).
Bio & Medicine
May 28, 2019
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Cigarettes have a significant impact on the environment, not just health
A new report shows that the six trillion cigarettes produced yearly impact the environment through climate change, water and land use, and toxicity.
Environment
Oct 2, 2018
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Fukushima radioactive plume to reach US in three years
The radioactive ocean plume from the 2011 Fukushima nuclear plant disaster will reach the shores of the US within three years from the date of the incident but is likely to be harmless according to new paper in the journal ...
Environment
Aug 28, 2013
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Pre-treatment of bandages may improve the antibacterial properties of nanoparticles
Pre-treating the fabric surface of the bandages used to treat burns with enzymes and polyethylene glycol or cellulase may promote the adhesion of antibacterial nanoparticles and improve their bacteria-repelling ability. These ...
Bio & Medicine
Oct 18, 2016
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Dog food sold across Europe contains antibiotic-resistant bacteria, including 'superbugs' found in hospital patients
New research being presented at the European Congress of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases (ECCMID), held online this year, reveals raw dog food to be a major source of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, making it an ...
Veterinary medicine
Jul 11, 2021
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Students design 'plant backpack' to combat air pollution
Five Dutch students have hit on a unique idea to replace face masks used against air pollution, and are developing a "plant backpack" to give wearers instant fresh air.
Energy & Green Tech
Jan 18, 2016
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Canned air and water-spraying drones: Smog remedies
As millions of people in Asia choke under polluted skies, authorities have turned to water-dispersing drones and outdoor air purifiers to improve air quality, while companies have tried to cash in by selling everything from ...
Environment
Mar 21, 2019
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World Health Organization
The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations (UN) that acts as a coordinating authority on international public health. Established on 7 April 1948, and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the agency inherited the mandate and resources of its predecessor, the Health Organization, which had been an agency of the League of Nations.
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