The Quick Facts: Although the summer months may be the time of year we most want to be outside, they may be the worst time of year to do so since air pollution and “bad air” days can occur more frequently in many parts of the U.S. this time of year. EPA recently issued new regulations for air pollution to improving air quality as well as proposed rules that will require six states to participate in the program to reduce ozone-season nitrogen oxide emissions. To protect your children, and sensitive adult populations, from the effects of air pollution when playing outside, following the guidance outlined below.
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The Quick Facts: Aluminum products are everywhere in this day and age. It is an inexpensive metal that is used to make anything from aluminum foil to antacids. Although convenient, use of aluminum in cooking and otherwise can have negative impacts on children’s health. Aluminum bioaccumulates in the body. It is very difficult to cleanse the body of aluminum; therefore, over a lifetime, it is important to reduce kids’ exposure.
The Quick Facts: Informed consent is what is required for the vaccination of children in the United States. Our goal is to make sure that your choice is in fact “informed” by giving you a background of the laws, regulations, and policies that govern vaccination in the United States at the federal, state, and even local levels.
The Quick Facts: Using sunscreen (and bug spray depending on geography) is essential in the summer to protect kids and adults from exposure. In recent years information is readily available and is accessible to help make the important decision about which products to use to keep your family safe from the elements while taking into consideration health and environmental impacts. 
The Quick Facts: Photosynthesis is a mechanism that we all learn about in elementary school but many people don’t realize the benefits of planting trees and other vegetation on the environment. Plants can be used in urban spaces to improve local air quality and, on a global scale, to reduce the impacts of climate change through carbon sequestration. Plant a tree, flowers, or garden today to reduce your impact and help clean the air.