Notice October 25, 2024: The St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) phone system has returned to normal operations. Community members can contact SMCHD at 301-475-4330.

2023

How Chess Players Are Affected by Poor Indoor Air Quality

During a game of chess, one mistake can cost the championship. But did you know exposure to poor indoor air quality can cause even more mistakes? Recent air quality research published by the Journal of Management Science revealed that indoor air pollution significantly compromises chess players’ ability to make the best decisions. And the higher the particulate matter (PM2.5) in the chess tournament arena, the worse the players’ performance. […]

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How the US Megadrought is Affecting Air Quality

Anyone living in the US already knows about the US megadrought and how it is impacting water supply and growing crops, but have you thought about how it’s affecting the air quality as well? […]

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Everything You Need to Know About Spring Air Quality

With the nicer weather, we’re all excited to get outside more! After all, spring is a beautiful time to enjoy brighter days and increased warmth. However, springtime is also allergy season. And the pollen in the air irritates a lot of people—especially those suffering from respiratory illnesses. But did you know that many other factors impact spring air quality? […]

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Case Study: Why Air Quality Monitors Are Next Step in Home Automation

Contrary to popular belief, inside air quality can be worse than outdoor air quality. That’s because air doesn’t circulate as much indoors, exposing occupants to high levels of air pollution for longer periods. As such, there’s an increased chance of contracting illnesses linked to air pollution, such as asthma, lung cancer, and heart disease. However, advances in air quality technology can help you protect yourself from poor indoor air quality. […]

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How Clean Air One Atmosphere is Redefining Clean Air in Africa

To create real, lasting changes—you need the right tools and information. But these tools aren’t always attainable. Professional-grade air quality monitors cost thousands, which prevents developing countries from recording accurate air quality data. That’s why Clean Air One Atmosphere (CAOA) is banding together to make air quality data more accessible and improve the air quality in Africa. […]

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Protecting Yourself from the Air Pollution During Dust Storms

You don’t have to live near a desert to be affected by dust and sandstorms. The effects of sand and dust storms also increase levels of Particulate Matter (PM2.5) in the air. This can put you at risk of developing lung and heart diseases. Today, we’ll discuss air pollution and dust storms together with tips on how to protect yourself from it. […]

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