Indoor Air Pollution Uncovered

Could the indoor air-quality of your home use a breath of fresh air? There will be a FREE two-day training presented by Cowlitz County Healthy Homes on how to improve indoor air quality and how to perform in-home assessments. According to the latest statistics from the Health Department, Cowlitz County has the highest rate of asthma in the state of Washington and is among the highest in the nation. This article from The Daily News (May 2009) goes into more detail about the variables that can cause asthma and why Cowlitz County residents are more at risk. Many of the asthma cases in this county, particularly in children, could be prevented by learning more about indoor air quality. The Indoor Air Pollution Uncovered free training will be held at the Cowlitz County Health Department at 1952 9th Avenue in Longview on Thursday, March 4th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday, March 5th from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Training topics include:

• Asthma
• Secondhand Smoke
• Dust Mites & Track-In
• Lead
• Asbestos
• Pets/Dander
• Moisture & Mold Ventilation
• Household Chemicals
• Pest Control
• Lawn and Garden Care

Who should attend:

• Community Members
• Landlords
• Tenants
• Homeowners (especially those who own older homes)
• Medical Staff
• Environmental Health Professionals
• Potential Program Volunteers
• Students

Registration is required to participate and lunch is provided both days by Subway. For more information or to register contact Cowlitz County Healthy Homes at (360) 414-5581 or email HealthyHomesCowlitz@gmail.com.