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Asthma Peak Week: A Parent's Checklist for the Most Dangerous Weeks of the School Year
The third week of September brings more childhood asthma emergencies than almost any other time of year. Here's why it happens, the warning signs to watch for, and a school, home, and sick-day checklist for getting your child through it....
The Travesty No One Is Reporting: Schools Are Throwing Away the Air Purifiers Our Kids Still Need
Five or six years ago, putting air purifiers in classrooms was front-page news. Today those same machines are being sold on eBay, stacked in storage sheds, and left at the curb for the garbage truck—while asthmatic children sit in the...
Top 7 Ways to Prepare for the September Asthma Spike
Every September, hospitals and clinics across the country see a predictable rise in asthma attacks, emergency visits, and hospitalizations. This phenomenon is so common that it has a name—the September Asthma Spike.1 The peak usually hits about 17 days after...
Bring Clean Air Back to School
As the back-to-school season approaches, families everywhere are checking off supply lists and prepping for a return to routines. But there’s one powerful school success tool you might not be thinking about—clean air. Whether your child is starting preschool or...
Clean Air: The Ultimate Employee Appreciation Gift
Employee Appreciation Day is today – the first Friday in March. While every day presents an opportunity to make employees feel valued, today serves as a special reminder to go beyond words and perks. One of the most meaningful ways...
ADHD Awareness Month: Exploring the Link with Air Pollution
October is Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Awareness Month. ADHD is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder that affects millions of children and adults worldwide – approximately 8.4% of children as well as 2.5% of adults.1 While genetics play a major role, there is...
Back to School: Setting a Healthy Routine for Success
Kids are most at ease and content with a solid routine, and as we head into the back-to-school season, establishing a healthy daily rhythm is key to ensuring your children thrive both academically and physically. With a little preparation and...
Celebrating National Book Lovers Day with Austin Air
Every year on August 9th, bibliophiles celebrate National Book Lovers Day, a day dedicated to the joy of reading and the love of books. The origins of this special day are somewhat mysterious, but it’s widely believed to have been...
Austin Air Unveils New Docuseries About Asthma and Schools
Austin Air is proud to announce the release of its new three-part docuseries, Breath of Hope: Combating Childhood Asthma in U.S. Schools. This compelling, three-part series aims to shed light on the growing epidemic of childhood asthma and the critical...