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Reframing Disability and Highlighting the Role of Clean Air

Today, December 3, is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Disability is often seen as something that happens to a small, specific group of people. In reality, most of us will experience a form of disability at some point in...

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PM2.5 Exposure Linked to Head and Neck Cancer

Emerging research is deepening our understanding of the connection between air pollution, specifically fine particulate matter (PM2.5), and head and neck cancers (HNC). PM2.5 consists of particles less than 2.5 microns in diameter, making it a significant pollutant both indoors...

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How Air Quality Impacts Pet Health: What New Research Says

Air quality has long been associated with health risks for humans, with fine particulate matter (PM2.5) linked to respiratory, cardiovascular, and even cognitive issues. However, there has been less attention to the effects of air pollution on our pets—until now....

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Understand Viral Load in the Air During Cold and Flu Season

As the temperature drops and we spend more time indoors, cold and flu season arrives in full force. With increased exposure to pathogens in enclosed spaces, understanding how viral load builds up in indoor air becomes critical. In this blog...

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Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Why It’s Important

November 1 marks the beginning of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a time for reflection, education, and action against the deadliest cancer affecting both men and women. While many people begin thinking about holiday preparations, it’s also a solemn reminder 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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Air Purifiers Reduce Illness in Daycares: Latest Findings

Many parents are all too familiar with this scenario: you send your children to daycare or school and they return home with a runny nose, cough, or fever. (In fact, many parents reading this are likely experiencing back-to-school colds right...

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