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TOP STORY
Why Walk for Healthy Air?
Air pollution is a major public health threat.That became clearer than ever this summer as wildfires raged through California, fouling up our air and making it difficult to breathe, especially for people with lung disease.

What are Healthy Air Walks?
Healthy Air Walks are planned in communities across the state to raise funds for the American Lung Association of California’s campaign to fight air pollution and improve lung health.The walks are family-friendly events that bring together corporations and individuals concerned about healthy air and lung disease, including asthma, lung cancer, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) and emphysema.

Where Do the Funds Go?
Funds will support the American Lung Association of California’s campaign to reduce air pollution, a major contributor to lung disease.The association advocates for policies that cut emissions from cars, trucks, buses, heavy equipment and ports, and promotes cleaner transportation and energy alternatives.The walks also support lung disease research as well as educational and support programs for people with lung disease.

How Can You Get Involved?
Register for the Healthy Air Walk and enlist the support of everyone you know.You can walk on your own and get friends, family and coworkers to pledge their support or you can form a team.We all know it’s more fun to walk with others, and they can help you make a bigger impact.

Recruit friends and family to join your team.You can train together, create a fun name for your team, and find other ways to share in the experience.

Talk to your employer and coworkers about creating a company team. Corporate teams send a powerful message that your company cares about the community.

Find a walk near you and register at www.healthyairwalk.org

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5 REASONS TO WALK
1 Children who live near freeways and other pollution sources are more likely to develop asthma
2 Air pollution slows the development of young children’s lungs, resulting in permanent loss of lung capacity
3 On poor air quality days, hospitalizations for respiratory complications increase
4 Diesel exhaust contributes to bronchitis, asthma attacks and lung cancer
5 Exposure to particle pollution from diesel trucks and buses, vehicles, wood burning and other combustion sources is linked to respiratory illness and premature death

Visit The American Lung Association of California Website

The American Lung Association of California and its offices statewide work to prevent lung disease and promote lung health.

Since 1904, the American Lung Association has been fighting lung disease through education, community service, advocacy and research. Lung disease, including asthma, emphysema, and lung cancer, is the third leading cause of death in America.

The American Lung Association is the greatest single resource for information and education about asthma. We have assumed a leading role in the fight against tobacco, helping smokers to quit, encouraging children not to start smoking, and protecting nonsmokers from secondhand smoke. We are constantly fighting for improved government standards for air quality, so everyone can breathe easier.

The ALA of California has funded research since 1958. This year, we funded 21 projects for nearly $500,000.

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