Exposure to third hand e-cigarette vapour impairs cognitive function in young mice.

Indoor vaping can lead to third-hand vapour exposure, evidenced by the presence of nicotine and carcinogenic nitrosamines on indoor surfaces. Children are at high risk of such exposure. This study aimed to investigate the effects of third-hand vapour exposure on cognitive function in young mice.

Cross-Generational Impact of Maternal Exposure to Low Level of PM2.5 on Kidney Health.

Introduction: Inhaled fine and ultrafine particulate matter may affect organs other than the lung, including the kidney. Recent studies have consistently shown the possibility of air pollution in highly polluted countries to be nephrotoxic. However, in countries like Australia, where air quality generally adheres to or remains below the WHO standards, the subtle yet consequential impacts of chronic exposure to seemingly safe levels of traffic PM2.