Asthama is chronic (long term) lung disease that makes breathing difficult for people. It is caused by continual airway inflammation, frequented by episodes of increased swelling or inflamation. Asthma is not curable, but manageable. With the right treatment and proper asthma management, people with asthma can live an active and healthy lifestyle. To learn more about Asthma, visit The American Lung Association 

 Springfield area is named the #1 Asthma Capital

The most challenging place in the US for asthma.  The data is based on ALL of Hampden County, not just the City of Springfield.

May 17, 2018:  Springfield City Council Health & Human Services Committee Meeting on Asthma Capital Data

Sarita Hudson and Dr. Matt Sadof met with the City Council Health & Human Services Committee Chair Jesse Lederman and City Councilor Tim Allen about the asthma data for Springfield. 

Masslive: "An epidemic:" Springfield tops asthma ranking

WWLP: Report: Springfield is most challenging place to live with asthma

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PVAC Submits comments on executive order

Sarita Hudson, on behalf of the PVAC, submits Comments on President Trump's Executive Order 13777 on Enforcing the Regulatory Agenda.  Key takeaways include:

• We value the role of the US EPA to use a science based strategy to protect public health and the environment.
  
• We strongly support the EPA’s Office of Children’s Health Protection.
  
• We strongly support the Office of Water Quality to provide oversight, education and enforcement of lead laws.
  
• We strongly support the Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention. 
• We strongly oppose the elimination of the EPA’s Office of Air and Radiation/Indoor Environments

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