The American Lung Association (ALA) sponsors National Clean
Air Month each May to educate the public about the relation between
clean air and respiratory health. This year's theme is "Helping
Kids Breathe Easier."
Air pollution is an important contributor to lung disease, the
third leading cause of death in the United States. ALA is committed
to decreasing lung disease in children by emphasizing the
importance of reducing air pollution. ALA recommends that persons
drive less, support state and local clean air regulations, make
their homes and workplaces smoke-free, and test them for harmful
pollutants (e.g., radon and carbon monoxide).
Efforts planned by local lung associations throughout the
country for Clean Air Month include Clean Commute Days and Clean
Air Challenge cycling and walking fundraising events. This issue of
MMWR includes a report that provides estimates of the number of
children potentially at risk from ozone air pollution.
Additional information about Clean Air Month and related
activities is available from local ALA offices (telephone {800}
586-4872) or from the national office (1740 Broadway, New York, NY
10019-4374; telephone {212} 315-8700).
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