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Environmental advocates point out that children are uniquely susceptible to air pollution and toxic chemicals.

Apr. 1, 2025 — A new study has found that children exposed to higher levels of air pollution in early and mid childhood have weaker connections between key brain regions. The findings highlight ...

A Republic reader is concerned about the effects of air pollution on children, and wants to know how to push for change.

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The EPA's decision on the Valley's ozone nonattainment issue could have big impacts on public health and the local economy.

In a review published in the journal Oxford Open Climate Change, top scientists issued an urgent warning that fossil fuels ...