Who is most vulnerable to poor air quality?

Those most susceptible to health problems from air pollution are: 

  • Children
  • Older adults and the elderly
  • Individuals with heart disease, coronary artery disease or congestive heart failure
  • Individuals with lung diseases, including asthma, emphysema or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
  • Pregnant women
  • Outdoor workers
  • Outdoor athletes

People in these groups may experience health impacts at lower air pollution levels, or feel health effects more severely at any level. 


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1. What is Spare the Air?
2. When is a Spare the Air Alert issued?
3. What is the Air Quality Index?
4. What are the health effects of air pollution?
5. Who is most vulnerable to poor air quality?
6. How can air pollution impact you?
7. What are some ways to improve air quality?
8. How can I receive Spare the Air Alerts?