See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Excessive light pollution may increase our risk of Alzheimer's disease, ...

Science historian Sara B. Pritchard describes a massive spike in the amount of artificial light in the 21st century, with light pollution increasing by nearly 10% annually between 2011 and 2022.

Light pollution, defined as the improper use and overexposure to artificial light at night, has emerged as a significant global environmental issue with far-reaching consequences. Research shows that ...

High intensity, high risk The researchers studied light pollution maps of the lower 48 US states and incorporated medical data about variables known or believed to be risk factors for AD in their ...

Exposure to outdoor light at night could put people at a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease (AD), according to a new study published in Frontiers in Neuroscience. "We show that, in the U.S.

Scientists researching the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease have revealed light pollution to be a major risk factor. A paper published in Frontiers today identifies a possible link between exposure ...

In some places around the globe, the lights never go off. Streetlights, roadway lighting, and illuminated signs can deter crime, make roads safer, and enhance landscaping. Undisrupted light, however, ...