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How to protect yourself from Legionnaires’ disease

Legionnaires’ disease is a severe form of pneumonia caused by the Legionella bacterium. Outbreaks rarely – if ever – make national news. But that does not make it any less deadly. Read More >

“Toxic Tour” highlights air pollution’s human toll

The Center for Community Action and Environmental Justice (CCAEJ) is a nonprofit organization that has worked on social and environmental issues in the inland valleys of Southern California for more than 35 years. Read More >

Air pollution may play a role in depression

Air pollution also appears to play a role in depression, though scientists are still trying to clarify the link.  Read More >

Environmental justice means a clean, safe neighborhood for everyone

In response to environmental racism, the environmental justice movement (or, “EJ” for short) has been raising its voice in protest for more than 30 years, and the U.S. EPA has designated February as “Environmental Justice Month.” Read More >

Is poor air quality to blame for your singing problems?

A paper published by the University of Illinois School of Public Health identified the primary environmental hazards that affect singers’ ability to sing. They include: low humidity, airborne particles, chemicals, and dust. Read More >

E-waste is a growing problem worldwide

Electronic devices will eventually be discarded as electronic waste, and millions of tons of e-waste winds up in landfills every year. It is an environmental and health nightmare of enormous magnitude. Read More >

Humidifiers can improve indoor air when used correctly

A poorly maintained or improperly used portable humidifier can certainly put your health at risk. But there is also plenty of evidence that a properly maintained and operated humidifier can help keep you healthy. Read More >

Air quality and lung cancer

Almost one in five people in the U.S. diagnosed with lung cancer this year have never smoked. In 2013, the World Health Organization (WHO) officially added outdoor air pollution, especially particulate matter, to the list of lung cancer causes. Read More >

Fish, olive oil help protect the body against air pollution

Recent research by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) confirms that fish oil and olive oil dietary supplements may help reduce the deadly effects of air pollution on your cardiovascular system. Read More >

The causes of Sick Building Syndrome

Learn what can happen when poor air quality within a building causes illness. Read More >

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