The American Lung Association's annual State of the Air report reveals that approximately 156 million Americans, or 46% of the population, live with unsafe air quality levels due to ozone and particulate pollution. Plans by the previous Trump administration to ease environmental regulations could worsen the current air quality crisis. The report indicates ongoing improvements since the Clean Air Act's enactment in 1970, showcasing nearly an 80% reduction in key pollutants yet highlighting that millions still suffer from polluted air, resulting in various health issues, including increased mortality risks.
At least 156 million Americans, about 46 percent of the population, live with unsafe levels of ozone, particulate pollution or both, according to the American Lung Association's report.
Plans by the Trump administration to loosen environmental regulations and cut funding for air quality research would exacerbate the situation regarding air quality.
The biggest thing that has saved patients' lives in regard to lung health and overall health is the Clean Air Act, according to Panagis Galiatsatos.
While air quality has generally improved since 1970, millions of Americans still breathe polluted air daily, risking acute and chronic health conditions.
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