Most of us know by now that it is not safe to breathe wildfire smoke, or any form of air pollution, especially for those who are more vulnerable like children, those who are pregnant, the elderly, and those with certain lung or heart diseases, or diabetes (American Lung Association and CDC.gov). As an air quality and lung health organization, it […]
This year, BREATHE is proud to announce we are one of the organizations sponsoring May is Bike Month! Our friends and partners, Sacramento Area Bicycling Advocates (SABA), are hosting May is Bike Month this year. May is Bike Month is a region-ride event that promotes bicycling, and the resulting health benefits for us and for the environment. Bicyclers in the […]
The consequences of COVID-19 have not only changed the economy, but emissions levels too. According to researchers in New York (BBC) carbon monoxide mainly from vehicles has been reduced by 50% compared to this time last year.
April 22nd marked the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. This year, we were not be able to celebrate in large gatherings, but we can still remember why we need to make the planet a priority not just on Earth Day, but every day of the year.