Of the 25 cities with the highest levels of ozone pollution, 22 improved the quality of their air in the last year.

Studies have shown that warmer temperatures contribute to higher ozone levels, which are responsible for smog that settles over urban areas on the hottest days.

One of the most common irritants present during the summer months is smoke from fires.

More affluent neighborhoods are generally built on the fringes of society, far from factories, highways and other common sources of pollution.

Most North American municipalities deliberately plant male trees because their female counterparts are the ones that produce natural waste.

Statistics estimate that as many as 7 million children experience asthma, which is more than a quarter of all individuals with the condition.

The bill aims to slow the spread of drugs containing pseudoephedrine, which is commonly used during the production of illegal methamphetamines.

This new treatment involves drops that are placed under the tongue once a day at a patient’s convenience.

Kimber Brown had been staying with her grandmother last February when she died, but her grandmother does not currently face charges related to her death

City and suburban dwellers may not develop as many natural repellants to certain conditions, including allergies and asthma.

Patients age 65 and older were found to die from asthma at a rate that is 14 times higher than those below that age.

Even though these symptoms occur every year, many do not take the steps necessary to prevent them.

The organization is responsible for about 40 percent of the nation’s blood supply, so any considerable shortage could prove extremely detrimental to the healthcare community.

Brought on by dry weather and high winds sweeping through low-lying areas, these storms can swallow a region with little to no warning whatsoever.

The body’s preemptive reaction to allergens may prevent more serious ailments from taking hold.

Even though our reporting in the last few days on this blog has focused on the reduced air quality that generally comes with the summer months, a new study by the American Lung Association should give hope to allergy sufferers who are most concerned with outdoor air issues. The study – released toward the end [...]

Even though our reporting in the last few days on this blog has focused on the reduced air quality that generally comes with the summer months, a new study by the American Lung Association should give hope to allergy sufferers who are most concerned with outdoor air issues. The study – released toward the end [...]

Even though our reporting in the last few days on this blog has focused on the reduced air quality that generally comes with the summer months, a new study by the American Lung Association should give hope to allergy sufferers who are most concerned with outdoor air issues. The study – released toward the end [...]