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How to Prepare for Increased Hurricane Intensity
Discover the link between climate change, El Niño patterns, and increased hurricane intensity in the US. Learn...
Asthma Peak Week Is Coming: How to Stay Healthy This Fall
The third week of September is Asthma Peak Week due to a seasonal uptick in asthma triggers. Learn how to keep...
How Olmsted Parks Conservancy Protects Biodiversity by Tackling Invasive Species
Invasive species are a growing environmental challenge. NEEF grantee Olmsted Parks Conservancy is installing a...
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Chicago’s Loomis Street Community Garden shows how community gardens increase access to healthy food and result in a more engaged community. Learn how to start
Children who grow up with social and economic disadvantages are at greater risk for exposure to harmful environmental factors that lead to pediatric asthma and
May is Asthma Awareness Month , and May 1st is World Asthma Day. As a leading chronic illness affecting children and adolescents across the country, managing
The National Ocean and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicted warm, wetter-than-average weather across much of the United States during the 2021-2022
Extreme weather events such as hurricanes , floods , drought , extreme heat , and wildfires are occurring at increased rates due to a changing climate and can
Seniors can benefit from outdoor activity and it doesn't have to be extreme. Participating in a yoga class in a local park, going for a stroll, or simply making
The environment can have a big impact on our health and this is especially true for kids. Children and infants are at higher risk of being impacted by pollution
Although some may think lead poisoning is no longer common, at least 4 million households have children living in them that are exposed to high levels of lead
To stay safe while chasing the sunshine, balance the benefits of getting outdoors with the need to protect yourself from ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
Are you one of the 24.6 million people living in the United States affected by asthma? More than 1,000 people are admitted to the hospital each day because of