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environment1 month ago•177 min saved

Bangor, Maine Emerges as America's Clean-Air Outlier

Bangor, Maine is the only U.S. city on all three American Lung Association clean-air lists, with zero days of unhealthy ozone and short-term particle pollution and among the lowest year-round particle levels, thanks to its forests, small population, and distance from major polluters. By contrast, Los Angeles has the worst ozone and Bakersfield the worst year-round particle pollution. The findings rely on EPA data from 2022–2024 and come amid concerns about climate change and regulatory rollbacks, while Bangor’s clean air is used as a selling point to attract residents seeking healthier living.

via CNN|

#air-quality #american-lung-association #bangor-maine

health1 year ago•2 min saved

Mixed Lung Cancer Screening and Survival Rates Across U.S. States

The American Lung Association's "State of Lung Cancer" report highlights that Washington D.C. ranks fourth in the U.S. for lung cancer screening, contributing to a 26% improvement in survival rates over the past five years. Despite these advancements, disparities persist, with Black residents less likely to undergo surgery compared to white residents. The report calls for improved access to advanced diagnostic tools and comprehensive insurance coverage to further enhance early detection and treatment outcomes.

via WTOP|

#american-lung-association #health #health-disparities

health2 years ago•1 min saved

"Washington State Tops Nation in New Lung Cancer Cases, Reveals Report"

A recent study by the American Lung Association reveals that lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in Washington and across the United States. Washington ranks 13th out of 48 states for the rate of new lung cancer cases. Factors contributing to these numbers include tobacco use, high radon areas, air pollution, and indoor air quality issues. Washington is ranked 23rd for early diagnosis and 27th for lack of treatment. The organization recommends early screening, especially for high-risk individuals, and emphasizes the importance of being aware of air quality to protect lung health.

via KOMO News|

#american-lung-association #early-diagnosis #health

environment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Life-Saving Potential: One Simple Lifestyle Change for Significant Health Benefits"

A new report from the American Lung Association highlights the potential health benefits of transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs) powered by renewable energy sources. The report estimates that if Americans stop using conventional air-polluting vehicles and the U.S. cleans up its power grid, it could save 89,000 lives and nearly $1 trillion in health costs by the middle of the century. Conventional motor vehicles emit pollutants that have detrimental effects on cardiovascular and respiratory health. While states like California and Oregon have set goals for zero-emission vehicle sales, the report emphasizes the importance of powering EVs with clean energy sources to achieve these health benefits.

via Yahoo News|

#air-pollution #american-lung-association #electric-vehicles

environment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Life-Saving Potential: One Simple Lifestyle Change for Significant Health Benefits"

via Yahoo! Voices|

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health3 years ago•2 min saved

Improving Lung Cancer Survival Rates: Advocating for Early Diagnosis.

Many newly-diagnosed lung cancer patients already have advanced cancer, as symptoms of lung cancer do not present early. Currently, only people between the ages of 50 and 80, who have smoked a pack of cigarettes a day for 20 years, qualify for lung cancer screening. However, new diagnostic tests such as liquid biopsies and breath analysis are helping doctors detect cancer earlier. The American Lung Association’s Lung Cancer Action Week runs through May 14.

via WTOP|

#american-lung-association #diagnosis #health

environment3 years ago•1 min saved

Air quality grades vary across US counties

Bergen County in northern New Jersey, which borders New York City, has received a failing grade for its poor air quality, with the highest number of smog-choked days in the state over a period of three years, according to a report by the American Lung Association. The county recorded 15 days of high ozone levels from 2019 to 2021, which dropped compared to the previous three-year period. The county's high levels of car and bus traffic, including the George Washington Bridge, the busiest suspension bridge in the world, were cited as contributing factors.

via New York Post |

#air-quality #american-lung-association #bergen-county

environment3 years ago•2 min saved

Air Quality Report: From Best to Worst in America.

Bergen County in northern New Jersey, which borders New York City, received a failing grade for its poor air quality, with 15 days of high ozone levels recorded from 2019 to 2021. The county is often congested with high levels of car and bus traffic due to its location near the George Washington Bridge, the busiest suspension bridge in the world. Trenton's Mercer County on the Pennsylvania border also earned a failing grade in the annual report with 10 days of high ozone days. The report, released by the American Lung Association, noted that the number of counties with failing air quality grades in New Jersey decreased from six to two since the period from 2017 to 2019 amid an improving trend nationwide.

via Fox News|

#air-quality #american-lung-association #environment

environment3 years ago•3 min saved

US Cities with the Worst Air Quality Revealed in New Report

The American Lung Association's "State of the Air" report shows that 36% of Americans live in areas with poor air quality due to ozone and fine particle pollution. While emissions from cars and factories have decreased, climate change is making it harder to control air pollution. The report lists the most polluted cities and counties, with wildfires and weather conditions contributing to the rankings. The report also provides a comparison tool and recommendations for improving air quality.

via Lifehacker|

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environment3 years ago•1 min saved

Air pollution plagues millions of Americans, with some regions hit harder than others.

Nearly 64 million Americans are living in areas with daily spikes in particulate pollution, according to a new report from the American Lung Association. The report found that around 63.7 million Americans lived in 111 counties across 19 states with failing grades for unhealthy spikes in particulate matter air pollution during 2019-2021. Particle pollution in the air comes from sources like factory fumes and vehicle emissions and is noted in the report as a “deadly and growing threat” to public health. The report cites the success of the Clean Air Act over the last few decades as a driving factor behind the positive trend.

via The Hill|

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environment3 years ago•2 min saved

Air Quality Crisis: Multiple US Regions Among Worst in Nation.

Reno and Las Vegas are among the top 25 most polluted cities in the US for short-term particle pollution and/or ozone levels, according to the American Lung Association's "State of the Air" report. Reno ranked 19th for ozone levels and fifth worst for short-term particle pollution, while Las Vegas improved slightly, moving from 11th to 15th worst. Both Washoe and Clark counties received an "F" grade for ozone pollution and short-term particle pollution. Wildfires were a major contributor to the "unprecedented levels of short-term particle pollution" in Reno and Vegas.

via Reno Gazette Journal|

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environment3 years ago•3 min saved

Air Quality Report: Disparities in Pollution Across America

The American Lung Association's annual 2023 State of the Air Report ranks Allegheny County as the 25th most polluted place to live in America, with an "F" rating for 24-hour high particle pollution days and a "C" in high ozone days. Pittsburgh is ranked the 20th worst city for daily short-term particle pollution and 14th for annual particle pollution. The report highlights that natural gas-fired power and coal plants, cars, agriculture, fires, unpaved roads, and construction sites create particle pollution matter.

via TribLIVE|

#air-pollution #allegheny-county #american-lung-association

environment3 years ago•4 min saved

US Air Quality Report: Mixed Grades and Disproportionate Impact on Minorities and Western States.

One in three Americans live in areas with harmful levels of air pollutants, with almost 120 million people in the US exposed to unhealthy levels of soot and smog, according to the American Lung Association's annual report. People of color are almost four times more likely to live in the most polluted places than white Americans, with 54% of those living in counties with failing air quality being people of color. The report also highlights a widening disparity between air quality in eastern and western states, especially for soot particles. The EPA has been urged to set stronger standards to protect public health.

via The Guardian US|

#air-pollution #american-lung-association #climate-crisis

health3 years ago•1 min saved

American Lung Association Urges Ohio Communities to Take Precautions.

The American Lung Association is advising Ohio communities impacted by the toxic smoke from the Richmond, Indiana industrial fire to take precautions. Officials are advising nearby residents to follow guidance from on-site emergency personnel, which includes the standing evacuation order. Smoke from the fire can cause an increase in particle pollution in the area, which can cause a variety of health harms. People living with certain medical conditions such as asthma, COPD or cardiovascular disease may be at higher risk for health effects. The Lung HelpLine at 1-800-LUNGUSA is a free resource to answer any questions about the lungs, lung disease and lung health, including how to protect your lungs during emergency situations.

via WDTN.com|

#air-pollution #american-lung-association #evacuation-order