Airborne pollutants are an important contributor to all respiratory diseases, including asthma attacks. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that more than 6 million American children have asthma. Air pollution is also harmful to the heart, circulation and even brain health. Children are more vulnerable to air contaminants compared to adults.
Check out EWG’s Top Tips for Better Air Quality.
For more EWG resources on better air quality, check out the air filters and dust sections of our Healthy Living: Home Guide.
