This presentation examines current air quality trends in the United States and the ongoing public health challenges posed by air pollution. Participants will learn about the health impacts of polluted air, populations most vulnerable to exposure, and how environmental factors such as ozone and particle pollution affect communities across California and beyond. The session will also introduce the American Lung Association’s “State of the Air” report as a tool for understanding and evaluating local air quality conditions.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this presentation, participants will be able to:
- Describe key health impacts of breathing polluted air.
- Identify groups most at-risk from air pollution exposure.
- Use the American Lung Association’s “State of the Air” report website to learn about their local air quality.
Course Content
State of the Air — Quiz
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