Yet another health link to diesel emissions appears to have been established with the finding of soot-like carbon particles in the placentae of pregnant women (http://nohealthproblemsnews.com/health-news/scientists-find-toxic-soot-particles-inside-the-placenta/). It has long been known that toxic air pollution has detrimental effects on the health of neonates but, how it has this action, has been unclear. I am not certain, however, that advising pregnant women (and anyone else?) to avoid, where possible, areas with high air pollution (as some have done) is terribly helpful.
This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
Monday, 17 September 2018
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