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EPA Study Reveals Risks from Air Toxics
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has just released a report that allows you to see the risks in your neighborhood from a group of toxic air pollutants. The study, called the Air Toxics Assessment for 2002, looks at the risk of cancer and respiratory harm from 181 specific air pollutants that are known or suspected to cause cancer, called “Air Toxics.” Learn more. Click here for more information.
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EPA must set its final rule for NO2 air quality by Jan 2010
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is expected to release a proposal to revise the air quality standard for nitrogen dioxide (NO2), a potent form of air pollution. The American Lung Association urges EPA to better protect public health by strengthening the standard, which will become the official outdoor limit for this dangerous air pollutant. Read more here.
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The American Lung Association received a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator. Receiving 4 out of a possible 4 stars indicates that we excel in successfully managing the finances of our organization in an efficient and effective manner.
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H1N1 (Swine Flu) Resource
Read what the CDC says about the H1N1 (Swine Flu) virus and how to protect yourself and your loved ones.
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Register Now! Blow the Whistle on Lung Disease!
New Orleans Lung Disease Walk
Saturday, October 17, 2009
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Lafayette Jeep Jaunt
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Save the Date!
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CME opportunities, application for research grants, and advocacy updates
Renew your LA Thoracic Society Membership Now!
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Save the Date!
Tri-State Thoracic Society Case Conference
January 15-16, 2010
Country Inn and Suites
Natchez, Mississippi
Conference brochures will be mailed & registration will soon be available here.
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Get the Golfer in Your Life Something Special for Yearlong Use.
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DONATE YOUR CAR
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Today's pollen counts may trigger symptoms for allergy sufferers. Ochsner Pollen & Mold Counts are provided by a NAB (National Allergy Bureau) certified counter.
www.ochsner.org/allergy
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