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What's the State of YOUR Air?
For 22 years, the American Lung Association has analyzed data from official air quality monitors to compile the State of the Air report. The more you learn about the air you breathe, the more you can protect your health and take steps to make the air cleaner and healthier.
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Key Findings
More than 4 in 10 people live where pollution levels frequently make the air too dangerous to breathe.
Cleanest Cities
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States
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Compare Your Air
Find out how your city measures up when it comes to air pollution.
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Protect Yourself and Your Community
Find actions you can take to keep your family safe from unhealthy air, reduce pollution and support clean-up efforts.
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About this Report
"State of the Air" has a 22- year history and a time-tested methodology. Learn more about this annual national air quality "report card."
For the Media
Journalists can access press releases, experts available for interview, b-roll, the full "State of the Air" report and more.