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Revealing the Invisible: Rafael and the "World's Worst Air"

For the first time, air quality in Port Harcourt, Nigeria is being tracked using IQAir air quality data. Learn about this breakthrough technology here. Read More >
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What you should know about formaldehyde before moving into a new house

Formaldehyde can be a huge air quality issue in a new home. Learn how to protect yourself from this common indoor chemical in your brand-new home. Read More >
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How to start a community coalition

Coalitions are powerful agents of change. Learn how to start a successful community coalition to achieve a common goal Read More >
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Do plants really help Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)? Weeding out fact from fiction

Many articles rave about using plants to clean indoor air. If they can turn carbon dioxide into oxygen, they can turn pollutants into clean indoor air, right? The answer is more complicated than you might think. Read More >
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How to improve air quality in your neighborhood

Don’t be overwhelmed by the problems of air pollution in your community. Take action! Get a framework for success here. Read More >
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How to use air quality monitoring to optimize your exercise routine

Air quality monitoring and forecasting can help you optimize when and where you’ll get the most outdoor exercise benefits. Learn more. Read More >
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Is your air at home too dry?

The amount of moisture in the air changes with the temperature. This is known as relative humidity. Your home’s relative humidity should normally hover around 40%. Read More >
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Home from the hospital: Tips for the immunocompromised patient

A hospital discharge is usually met with a sigh of relief. However, returning home requires careful planning. A person’s immune system is often compromised when they are in recovery. For the immunocompromised patient, the home can be more dangerous than e Read More >
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Air pollution could be the primary cause of premature skin aging

Studies have warned about the negative effects of ultraviolet ray (UVR) exposure to our skin for decades. Skin-protection advocates now have a new focal point – air pollution. Research is revealing how damaging air pollution is for the skin. New studies Read More >
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The alarming truth about air pollution and pregnancy

You’re taking prenatal vitamins, following a healthy diet, and paying regular visits to your OB/GYN. Equally important is the air you breathe. Here’s what you need to know about air pollution and pregnancy. Read More >
Smog getting you down? New study shows PM2.5’s impact on human stress levels

Smog getting you down? New study shows PM2.5’s impact on human stress levels

Feeling stressed? A new study shows that PM2.5 impacts your stress levels. Learn more. Read More >
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What does clean air smell like?

What does truly clean air actually smell like? The answer may surprise you. Read more and find out. Read More >

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