The number of poor air quality days is increasing. Hopefully, you've already taken a few initial steps such as keeping the windows closed, making sure your AC unit doesn't bring in outside air but recirculates air inside the home, and wearing an N95 mask. Another...
Lynn Andrews had her first cigarette at age 13, and she would continue smoking every day for the next 54 years. By the time Andrews was in her sixties, she coughed frequently, found it hard to breathe while climbing stairs, and constantly experienced compounding pain...
When it comes to maintaining lung health, immunizations play a critical role, especially for those with chronic respiratory conditions. For individuals with asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or other lung-related issues, staying up to date on...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is issuing a health alert regarding increases in human parvovirus B19 within the United States. Parvovirus B19 is a respiratory virus that is transmitted through respiratory droplets (ex. coughing or sneezing) by...
Step outside your home. What do you see, smell, hear? It might be summertime but the warm, sunny days can also mean triggers for your asthma and allergies. Triggers are things that bother sensitive airways and lead to asthma episodes. There are two types of triggers:...
During the summer, wildfire smoke from other states and Canada often impacts air quality across the Midwest and East Coast. As these events become more frequent, it’s important to know how to protect yourself. Wildfire smoke is a mix of gases and fine particulate...
CHICAGO, May 24, 2024 — RHA commends the Illinois General Assembly for amending the Preventing Youth Vaping Act to restrict the sale of look-alike vaping products. Senate Bill 2662 provides that “a manufacturer, distributor, or retailer may not advertise, market, or...
April 29, 2024 – Chicago, IL – Last Friday the Biden administration released a statement delaying issuance of a final rule eliminating menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars. This comes despite the rules being widely supported by medical and public health...
What is the Asthma Caregiver’s Handbook? The Asthma Caregiver’s Handbook is a compendium of resources for parents, guardians, and other caregivers of children with asthma. The Handbook includes 19 chapters organized into 4 sections, plus appendices: The Introduction...
During her tenure representing Maywood in the Illinois General Assembly, Karen Yarbrough was a champion for lung health and a leader in the fight for Smoke Free Illinois. She worked tirelessly, shoulder to shoulder with RHA and other organizations championing the...