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Did you know that the ‘king of poisons’ is steadily accumulating in rice fields across the globe? It sounds like something out of a science fiction novel, but recent studies are sounding the alarm. This buildup could have serious consequences for our food security and public health. Let’s talk about arsenic. It’s a naturally occurring … Read more
Did you know that leaving plastic water bottles in a hot car can have some concerning implications for your water? It’s something many of us do without a second thought, especially on a warm day. But as experts are warning, this simple habit might be introducing more into our bodies than just hydration. I’ve spent … Read more
Did you know that tiny plastic particles, invisible to the naked eye, are now found in virtually every corner of our planet? From the deepest oceans to the highest mountains, and even inside our bodies, microplastics have become an inescapable part of modern life. Health experts are issuing serious warnings about the potential dangers they … Read more
It’s August 22, 2025, and the headlines are sounding an alarm: ‘A climate of unparalleled malevolence’: are we on our way to the sixth major mass extinction? The topic is weighty, and the question of humanity’s role, particularly concerning carbon dioxide (CO2), is complex. Many of us hear about CO2 and immediately think of it … Read more
As someone who studies our atmosphere, I often think about the big picture – the complex dance of our planet’s systems. But lately, I’ve been thinking more about how these shifts directly touch our lives, particularly our health. It’s easy to see climate change as an environmental issue, but did you know it’s also a … Read more
It’s hard to look at the news today and not feel a sense of unease about our planet. We’re hearing a lot about climate change, and some scientists are using really strong language, like the “Sixth Mass Extinction” and a “climate of unparalleled malevolence.” So, what’s really going on? Let’s talk about extinctions. For those … Read more
It’s hard to escape the headlines about environmental health, and as someone with a background in atmospheric and environmental science, this latest news from Medical Xpress really caught my attention. The study highlights brain abnormalities in children exposed before birth to a widely used pesticide. Did you know that pesticides, designed to protect crops, can … Read more
It’s heartbreaking to hear about the recent news from New York City, where another life has been lost due to Legionnaires’ disease, bringing the total to five. Dozens more have fallen ill. This outbreak serves as a stark reminder of how environmental factors can directly impact our health, especially in dense urban areas. What is … Read more
It’s August 13, 2025, and I’m Simone Dubois, an atmospheric scientist. Today, I want to talk about something that impacts all of us: the air we breathe. You know that feeling of ‘brain fog’? Sometimes it feels like a consequence of not enough sleep or too much coffee. But what if it’s also linked to … Read more
Did you know that tiny plastic particles, invisible to the naked eye, are increasingly found in our environment? We’re talking about microplastics – fragments smaller than 5 millimeters that originate from larger plastic items breaking down. My background in atmospheric science has given me a unique perspective on how widespread these particles are, and a … Read more