Community Outreach on Respiratory Hazards and Illnesses in Southwestern Pennsylvania

According to the American Lung Association's 2019 "State of the Air" report, Pittsburghs air quality was ranked the 7th worst in the country. Poor air quality threatens the health of Southwestern Pennsylvanians, especially vulnerable populations, such as older 88 and those living with infectious lung diseases. This project proposes to give residents of Southwestern Pennsylvania accurate, timely, and useful information and guidance on how they can protect themselves and their families. To do this, EHP will educate the public on respiratory hazards and illnesses in their community; offer free health resources and mobilize community partnerships and leaders to use those resources to educate others; and disseminate resources, such as MedlinePlus and Tox Town, and information that link people to other health services.

Project Details

Organization Name

Southwest Pennsylvania Environmental Health Project EHP

Organization Type
Public health
Project Lead

Jessa Chabeau

Location
Pennsylvania
Start Date
June 9, 2020
End Date
April 30, 2021
Funding Amount
$19999
Demographics
General Public
Adults (19-64 yrs.)
Rural
Suburban
Urban