America Is Backsliding Toward Its Most Polluted Era

a year ago

Air pollution in the U.S. is linked to severe health issues, including respiratory diseases, heart conditions, and cognitive impairments.
The Trump administration is rolling back environmental regulations, potentially worsening air quality and public health.
Particulate matter pollution kills 100,000 to 200,000 Americans annually, more than double the deaths from vehicular accidents.
Exposure to air pollution in utero and childhood can lead to lifelong health problems, including lower IQ and behavioral issues.
The EPA is cutting scientific research and environmental protections, which may obscure the full impact of deregulation.
Wildfires, exacerbated by climate change, are reversing decades of air quality improvements in the U.S.
The Heritage Foundation has questioned the link between air pollution and health, undermining decades of scientific consensus.
Public health research relies on observational studies, which are ethical and robust, but are now under attack.
Disparities in air quality mean that where you live significantly impacts your health, but few can afford to relocate for cleaner air.
The administration's policies prioritize short-term economic gains over long-term public health and environmental sustainability.

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