New research uncovers surprising connection between air pollution and major illness: 'The findings here showed a positive association'

New research uncovers surprising connection between air pollution and major illness: 'The findings here showed a positive association'

The air quality and physical health benefits of decreasing pollution have been known for decades. But scientists are now finding even more positive effects from declining pollution rates, specifically as it pertains to one major issue— dementia. A recent international study published in Scientific Reports investigated whether greenness influences the association between particulate matter (PM) with a diameter of less than 2.5 micrometers (PM2.5)…