Weatherization’s Effects on Pediatric Asthma: Evidence From a Natural Experiment

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Learn about— Maximizing impact with limited funds by partnering with such programs as weatherization, whose primary interventions (i.e., air sealing and insulating homes) are not common in asthma home visiting but may be widely beneficial for asthma. Evidence from an important natural experiment in Kansas City, Missouri, on the effects of weatherization and improved thermal […]

Lunch and Learn: Assisting Patients with Tobacco Dependence

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Objectives of Session Describe the consequences of tobacco use and asthma Review medications for treating tobacco dependence Discuss behavioral recommendations to assist patients with tobacco dependence For those who are not members of the American Asthma Educators there is a $15 fee to attend. Pre-registration is required. 

Spring Allergies and Asthma – Allergy & Asthma Network

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Spring is on its way and that means preparing for pollen -- and seasonal allergies. If you have allergic asthma, spring allergies can trigger coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath. Find out how to manage spring allergies and avoid asthma symptoms. In this webinar, we are joined by board-certified allergist and immunologist Alice Hoyt, MD. […]

EPA ORD Air, Climate, & Energy Research Webinar – Wildfire Impacts: Beyond Ambient PM2.5 (Toxics, Water Quality)

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Wildland fire smoke impacts millions of people in the US every year. While the negative impacts of PM2.5 on air quality and human health are well established, wildland fires mobilize other pollutants that impact EPA’s mission areas of clean air and clean water, with implications for human health. This webinar will discuss a wide range of […]

Empowering Health Professionals: Catalysts for Climate and Health Activism – APHA Webinar

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Climate change is the most existential threat to our health. All of us can take part in supporting policies and actions that combat the climate crisis and safeguard humanity. In this webinar, we will unite institutions and people across the health sector in leveraging their role as trusted communicators and important partners in the fight […]

Health Risks of Indoor Exposure to Fine Particulate Matter and Practical Mitigation Solutions – EPA

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Join for an Indoor Air Quality Science Webinar featuring the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) consensus study report Health Risks of Indoor Exposure to Fine Particulate Matter and Practical Mitigation Solutions. The report can be accessed here: https://nap.nationalacademies.org/catalog/27341/health-risks-of-indoor-exposure-to-fine-particulate-matter-and-practical-mitigation-solutions. Pre-register with the link below. Study Committee Chair Dr. Richard Corsi will present findings […]

Building Extreme Heat Resilience Through Innovative Solutions – APHA Webinar

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The summer of 2023 was the hottest year on record. This warming will increase if we don’t act now to phase out fossil fuels and invest in solutions that equitably reduce heat. Heat kills more people than hurricanes, floods and tornadoes combined and threatens the health of vulnerable populations, such as seniors, laborers and children. […]

Why Indoor Chemistry Matters Workshop 3: Reaching Communities for Action

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Register today for a free hybrid workshop focusing on select recommendations and findings from the National Academies report Why Indoor Chemistry Matters, which was sponsored by EPA. Speakers and participants at the workshop will explore various ways of improving indoor air quality in homes and public settings. Can also attend in-person in Washington, DC.

The Role of Type 2 Inflammation in Asthma, Allergy and Immunology – AAN Webinar

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Type 2 inflammation is a systemic allergic response that is known to play a role in moderate-to-severe asthma, atopic dermatitis, nasal allergies and other conditions. In this webinar, learn what Type 2 inflammation is, how it affects certain conditions, and how it is treated. We will be joined by board-certified allergist William Carr.

Asthma and Your Environment: A Learn More Breathe Better® Webinar

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Register to attend “Asthma and Your Environment: A Learn More Breathe Better® Webinar” on April 17 at 1:00 p.m. EDT! Health is affected by the places where we live, work, learn, and play. Lung health is no exception! In this webinar, the Learn More Breathe Better program will look at the ways a variety of […]

WEBINAR: Tobacco-Free Parks: Keeping Michigan Parks Healthy and Beautiful for All

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This webinar will discuss the benefits of commercial tobacco-free parks, beaches, and recreation areas. There will be practical tips for drafting, implementing, and enforcing these policies, and the presentation will feature a case study on the adoption and implementation of the Grand Rapids tobacco-free parks ordinance. There will an update about how the explosion in […]

Review of CNC Guidance on Mitigating the Risk of Transmitting Respiratory Infections During Nebulization

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Join us at Aerogen for an exclusive continuing education experience as leading experts provide an update on the latest guidance from the COPD Foundation Nebulizer Consortium on how to mitigate the risk of transmitting a respiratory infection during a nebulization treatment. Following completion of this course participants will be able to: Examine the safety and […]