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ONGOING AIR QUALITY ALERT: Canadian Wildfires

Updated: Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 4:30 PM (EST) Canadian wildfire smoke continues to impact air quality across the United States, with significant effects observed in the Upper Midwest and Northeast regions. In Minnesota, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA)...

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Air Quality Alert in the Midwest and Canadian Prairies

Updated: Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 2 PM (EST) Smoke from extensive wildfires in Canada—especially in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta—continues to drift southward, combining with regional fires in Minnesota, creating dangerous air quality conditions across parts of the Upper Midwest...

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Invisible Enemies: A Call for a Paradigm Shift in Medicine

Austin Air is not only a leader in air purification, but also a force for good in driving national conversations around environmental health and prevention. This past week, Austin Air partnered with Environmental Medicine Education International (EMEI) to host Invisible...

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Invisible Enemies: Airborne Pollutants and Immune Health

Did you know that the air you breathe could be impacting your immune system? Millions of people suffer from chronic infections, autoimmune diseases, and persistent inflammation—but few realize that airborne pollutants may be a hidden culprit. This April, Austin Air...

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Volcanoes in the USA: Hidden Hazards and Deadly Gases

Volcanoes often feel like a far away threat, like something out of an adventure movie for most folks. But the United States is home to some of the most dangerous and potentially deadly volcanoes in the world. As part of...

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7 At-Home Activities That Can Hurt Your Air Quality

When we think about indoor air quality, we often consider outside pollutants or building materials. But what about the everyday activities we do at home? Some common hobbies and habits can introduce harmful toxins and particles into the air, impacting...

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ADHD Awareness Month: Exploring the Link with Air Pollution

October is Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Awareness Month. ADHD is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder that affects millions of children and adults worldwide – approximately 8.4% of children as well as 2.5% of adults.1 While genetics play a major role, there is...

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Indoor Air Quality: Cook Better to Breathe Better

Cooking is an essential activity in every household, but it also comes with hidden risks to indoor air quality. From fumes released by gas appliances to the harmful particles produced when food is burned, knowing what’s in the air you...

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“it” is Here – the Newest Member of the Austin Air Family!

Austin Air is excited to unveil the latest addition to our product line – the Austin “it” personal air purifier.   You Asked, We Delivered At Austin Air, we listen to our customers and prioritize your needs. After many requests...

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