"We know it is still possible to make the 1.5° limit a reality. It requires tearing out the poisoned root of the climate crisis: fossil fuels. And it demands a just, equitable renewables transition." @antonioguterres We have the solutions. Implement them. #ActOnClimate #climate

About 200,000 cases of adenocarcinoma were associated with exposure to air pollution in 2022, according to the ⁦@IARCWHO⁩ study published in the ⁦@TheLancet⁩ Respiratory Medicine journal. #breatheLife ⁦@ourcommonair⁩

Delhi recorded the highest under-5 deaths due to outdoor air pollution in 2019, followed by Haryana & Punjab, as per @capher_india; Air pollution was the 3rd leading risk for child deaths under 5, linked to 16% of under-14 deaths in 2019😢 via @kush_junglee @timesofindia

Healthy wetlands. Healthy people. 💧 Wetlands are central to our wellbeing. By providing clean water and food, protecting us from extreme weather events and supplying a multitude of other ecosystem services. Learn more: #ActForWetlands

Epidemiological studies have linked dirty air to dementia and other brain disorders. Now researchers are trying to determine how pollutants do their damage, and how much harm they cause

A recent study showed that morning coffee drinkers had a 12% lower risk of all-cause mortality and a 31% lower risk of dying from cardiovascular disease over a 10-year period. This benefit was specific to morning coffee drinkers, as no similar protective effects were observed when coffee was consumed in the afternoon or evening. Moderate coffee consumption stood out as being most beneficial for reducing all-cause mortality among morning drinkers: - 1–2 cups per day was associated with a 16% lower risk - 2–3 cups per day was associated with a 28% lower risk - 3+ cups per day was associated with a 21% lower risk There were no additional benefits associated with "all-day" coffee drinking, which was defined as drinking coffee in the morning, afternoon, and evening. Even though morning intake was uniquely protective, higher coffee consumption—regardless of timing—was linked to a 14–19% lower all-cause mortality risk and an even greater 28–40% lower risk of dying from cardiovascular disease. While this study can't prove causation, there appears to be a health benefit associated with enjoying this beverage early in the day that might relate to the unique polyphenols, motivation to exercise, better sleep, or resetting circadian rhythms. Study PMID: 39776171

Just Announced: @GlobalFund with @gatesfoundation & @Collective_FS unveils pioneering Climate and Health Catalytic Fund to accelerate global action. Launching today, the US$50 million fund will tackle the health impacts of climate change while building low-carbon, climate-resilient health systems. #WEF25

Scientists have tracked microplastics moving through the bodies of mice in real time The tiny plastic particles are gobbled up by immune cells and eventually become lodged in blood vessels in the brain

#AirPollution from wildfire smoke and exhaust fumes is linked to a spike in eczema and other skin conditions. Learn more @WIRED 👇 #AirQuality #PublicHealth

This global health threat could kill 10 million people a year by 2050. Here's how we fight it: #DavosAgenda

Teabags release billions of microplastics into our tea beverages. A recent study found that commercially available teabags made from nylon, polypropylene, and cellulose release billions of micro- and nano-plastics into a single cup of tea. • Polypropylene teabags released 1.20 billion particles/mL • Cellulose teabags released ~135 million particles/mL • Nylon teabags released 8 million particles/mL In lab experiments, researchers exposed human intestinal cells to microplastic particles and found that different types of plastic interacted with different cell types. Polypropylene particles were absorbed by mucus-producing cells, while cellulose particles were absorbed by two types of mucus-producing cells. Nylon particles, however, were taken up by cells that help maintain the gut's protective barrier but don’t produce mucus. These findings suggest that different types of plastics interact uniquely with gut cells, potentially affecting gut health in distinct ways. While the long-term effects of micro- and nanoplastic exposure remain unclear, it’s evident that these particles are entering our bodies through multiple sources. You might consider switching to loose-leaf tea to reduce exposure if you're a tea drinker. Study: PMID: 39542373

𝐀𝐢𝐫 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬: 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧! Join U.S. Science Envoy Dr. Jamie Schauer and fellow air quality experts as they share their insights on tackling air pollution in Bangladesh. From cause to effect, they highlight actionable solutions on how we can work together for a cleaner, greener future. 🌱 #CleanAir #Sustainability

This is the world’s first steel made without burning fossil fuels. Steel is a massive emitter so this is hugely important! We have so many solutions to solve the #climatecrisis. Implement them. #ActOnClimate #ClimateAction #reneables #renewableenergy