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April 26, 2024

State of The Air 2024: Air Pollution Persists

Every breath we take shapes our health and well-being, and understanding the quality of the air we breathe is crucial in order to safeguard the health of all our systems: respiratory, circulatory, immune, etc. The American Lung Association (ALA) has...

April 4, 2024

The Total Solar Eclipse and Air Pollution

On Monday, April 8, a celestial ballet will bring together the sun, the moon, and the Earth in a mesmerizing display a.k.a. a total solar eclipse. What’s extra exciting about this particular eclipse is that it’ll happen over large areas...

March 22, 2024

Spring Allergies 2024: Earlier and More Intense

The vernal equinox was Tuesday meaning spring has officially sprung! Soon we’ll be enjoying warmer temperatures and blooming flowers. Unfortunately, for many of us, seasonal allergies will also be here. As nature awakens from its winter slumber, so too do...

February 16, 2024

Air Pollution Exposure in Pregnancy Impacts Newborn Health

Are you thinking of having children? Or perhaps you’re hoping some grandchildren will come into your life? The journey of pregnancy is an exciting and transformative time in a family, marked by a myriad of joys and anticipation. It is...

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January 5, 2024

Betting on Football? Count on Clean Air for the Win

Now that Christmas is in the rearview mirror and the New Year has taken hold, some folks are gearing up for the next highlight of winter: Superbowl LVIII. (Or “Superbowl 58” for anyone rusty on their Roman numerals.) The big...

December 29, 2023

Easy Air Purifier Financing: Get Cleaner Air Today

Air pollution has become one of the world’s most significant environmental risks, making air purifiers more critical now than ever.1 The need for portable air purifiers has increased substantially between wildfires, chemical disasters, and increased pollen counts nationwide. But some...

December 22, 2023

Navigating the Holidays: Watch Out For Asthma and COPD Triggers

As the holiday season approaches, many of us are eagerly preparing to deck the halls and create a festive atmosphere in our homes. However, for individuals with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the holidays can bring about unique...

December 14, 2023

Wildfires Have Reversed Twenty Years of Clean Air Progress

There are certain sights that are specific to California: the Pacific Coast Highway overlooking the ocean, the Hollywood sign hovering above the hills, and thousands of smog check stations across the state. Since 1984, California drivers have been required to...

December 8, 2023

Brighten Your Day: 5 Ways to Ease Seasonal Affective Disorder

As the seasons change, so can our mood and mental well-being. Fall and winter can cause Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a type of depression called seasonal depression. Depression symptoms vary but often include sadness, tiredness, negative thoughts, lack of interest...

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