United States Environmental Protection Agency September 11 attacks pollution controversy

ONLY 29% OF AMERICAN AND CANADIAN WORKERS DESCRIBE THE INDOOR AIR AT THEIR WORKPLACE AS VERY CLEAN, ACCORDING TO FELLOWES' ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL DAY OF CLEAN AIR SURVEY

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

ITASCA, Ill., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In observance of the International Day of Clean Air on Sept. 7, Fellowes, a family-owned company providing trusted workplace solutions for 106 years, today announced results from a recent U.S. and Canadian survey around workplace wellness. This survey, canvassing 1085 U.S. and Canadian workers who work on-site indoors at least one full day a week, sheds light on the salient issue of indoor air quality (IAQ) in the workplace.

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  • This survey, canvassing 1085 U.S. and Canadian workers who work on-site indoors at least one full day a week, sheds light on the salient issue of indoor air quality (IAQ) in the workplace.
  • Advocacy for Clean Air: 91% of respondents expressed that clean air should be a fundamental right for all workers, underscoring the pressing nature of addressing IAQ concerns.
  • Chan School of Public Health that links clean indoor air to increased cognition and productivity.
  • With the average person spending 90% of their time indoors, according to the Environmental Protection Agency , cleaner indoor air should be a critical focus for businesses on International Day of Clean Air.

Center for Asbestos Related Disease (CARD) Designated as a Center of Excellence

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

LIBBY, Mont., May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- During the current legislative session, the Montana House of Representatives passed House Resolution 2.

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  • LIBBY, Mont., May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- During the current legislative session, the Montana House of Representatives passed House Resolution 2.
  • This resolution, introduced by Representative Steve Gunderson of District 1, recognizes the critical importance of the lessons learned during the asbestos-related Public Health Emergency declared in Lincoln County, Montana by the Environmental Protection Agency in 2009, as well as the ongoing contributions made by the Center for Asbestos Related Disease to the both Libby community and the field of asbestos related disease.
  • This resolution allows the Montana House of Representatives to designate the Center for Asbestos Related Disease (CARD) as a Center of Excellence.
  • This is a validation of CARD's twenty-two years of service to the Lincoln County, Montana community through asbestos related disease screening, treatment, and research specific to Libby Amphibole asbestos.

Madison Taylor Indoor Environmental Launches Indoor Air Quality Resource Page

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

WASHINGTON, Feb. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Madison Taylor Indoor Environmental, a leading indoor environmental consulting firm primarily serving Virginia, Maryland, and DC, is proud to announce the release of its new Indoor Air Quality Resources blog .

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Madison Taylor Indoor Environmental, a leading indoor environmental consulting firm primarily serving Virginia, Maryland, and DC, is proud to announce the release of its new Indoor Air Quality Resources blog .
  • The new IAQ Resources page provides a defined space for the indoor environmental experts of Madison Taylor to continue educating the public on the importance of indoor air quality care.
  • They always say it takes them many months of frustration to find a company with the experience to properly inspect their property, identify conditions conducive to mold growth, and offer practical solutions," said John Taylor, owner of Madison Taylor Indoor Environmental, certified indoor environmentalist (CIE) and indoor air quality expert.
  • The Indoor Air Quality Resource page on the Madison Taylor Indoor Environmental website offers useful information on how to protect homes and buildings from mold, bacteria, VOCs, asbestos, and other indoor air quality issues.

ONLY 36% OF AMERICAN WORKERS DESCRIBE THE INDOOR AIR AT THEIR WORKPLACE AS VERY CLEAN, ACCORDING TO FELLOWES BRANDS' INTERNATIONAL DAY OF CLEAN AIR SURVEY

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Tuesday, September 6, 2022

ITASCA, Ill., Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In observance of the International Day of Clean Air on Sept. 7, Fellowes Brands, a family-owned company providing trusted workplace solutions for 105 years, today announced results from a recent national survey that found only 36% of respondents describe the indoor air at their workplace as very clean.

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  • A recent national survey found only 36% of respondents describe the indoor air at their workplace as very clean.
  • The survey of 1,120 American workers who work on-site and indoors for their employer also revealed that 91% of respondents agree clean indoor air helps them perform their best at work, while 88% believe clean indoor air should be a right for all employees.
  • Employers that invest in air purification with True HEPA filters to improve a building's indoor air quality (IAQ) can protect workers from airborne viruses, including COVID-19 and its variants, bacteria, pollution, allergens and volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
  • Cleaner indoor air is also linked to increased cognition and productivity, according to research led by the Harvard T.H.

New Radon Action Plan to Address Health Inequities, Protect All Americans from Lung Cancer-Causing Gas

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Wednesday, February 2, 2022

The goal of the National Radon Action plan is to eliminate preventable lung cancer from radon in the U.S. by expanding protections for all communities and buildings.

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  • The goal of the National Radon Action plan is to eliminate preventable lung cancer from radon in the U.S. by expanding protections for all communities and buildings.
  • The National Radon Action Plan was developed through a collaborative effort by the EPA, the American Lung Association, and 11 other organizations.
  • The American Lung Association has been involved with the development and implementation of the National Radon Action Plan since its inception in 2014 and works to reduce the health impacts on radon for all Americans.
  • The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy and research.

Clearday Inc. Expands Clearday Labs Operations

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Friday, November 5, 2021

AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Clearday, Inc. (OTCQB: CLRD) is pleased to provide an update on Clearday Labs, Cryo Cooling technology and Artificial Intelligence initiatives.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Clearday, Inc. (OTCQB: CLRD) is pleased to provide an update on Clearday Labs, Cryo Cooling technology and Artificial Intelligence initiatives.
  • Clearday Labs is the part of Clearday that identifies and develops modern innovative products and services to support Aging in Place.
  • Clearday Labs first release was in August 2021 and is known as the Clearday Network.
  • Clearday Network provides support and backbone to Clearday services that are aligned with the "healthcare at home" movement.

Five Common Indoor Air Pollutants To Know for Indoor Air Quality Month

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Friday, October 8, 2021

October is National Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) month, and this year more than ever, it is important to educate and evaluate the IAQ where people live, work, learn and play.

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  • October is National Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) month, and this year more than ever, it is important to educate and evaluate the IAQ where people live, work, learn and play.
  • Without proper ventilation these germs can linger in the air and produce an increased risk of cross contamination.
  • VIRUSKILLER is an all in one solution for indoor air quality concerns.
  • To learn more about the importance of indoor air quality, or to learn more about VIRUSKILLERTM, please visit the VIRUSKILLER website .