Each Breath Blog
Breathing is essential to life, and through this blog, we hope to illustrate the importance of lung health. Hear directly from experts, researchers, staff and volunteers about our ongoing fight for healthy lungs and healthy air.
Rising to the Challenge: Caring for Patients During Climate Disasters
As a primary care doctor, I’m alarmed by how unprepared I was to care for my patients when wildfire smoke inundated New York City (NYC) last summer. Read More
Electric Vehicles and Kids’ Health: 6 Things to Know
We discuss ways that climate change is impacting kids, and we crunch the numbers to find out how children’s health would benefit if the nation switches to zero-emission vehicles and gets all its power from clean sources. Read More
Actually, Houseplants Don’t Clean the Air
The commonly held belief that plants clean indoor air can be traced back to a NASA study. But the verdict is now in: houseplants do not improve air quality. Here’s why. Read More
What’s Causing this Severe Winter?
What’s up with this crazy winter weather? The culprit, according to scientists, is climate change. But how can climate change, usually associated with warming temperatures, cause a winter like this? Read More
“Why We Climb, and You Should Too”
Three Fight For Air Climb devoted participants explain they love the event, and keep coming back. Read More
How Altitude Sickness Affects Your Lungs
Altitude illness happens when your body struggles to adjust to lower oxygen levels which happen as you climb higher into the atmosphere. Read More
Be Prepared for a Power Outages and Snowstorms
People with lung disease need to be extra prepared for emergencies. Here are some tips. Read More
Essential Oils: More Harmful Than Helpful?
Essential oils should be used with caution by individuals with respiratory conditions. Read More
Radon Mitigation: How to Fix Radon Problems in Your Home
If you discover high radon levels in your home, a radon mitigation system should be installed to reduce the amount of radon to a safer level. Read More
New Report Underscores Why We Need Stronger Air Pollution Standards
The new report revealed the significant dangers ahead if bold action is not taken to curb fossil fuel use. Read More
