The purpose of this study is to examine both population-level and individual risk factors and preven
Keys2Prevention is a research initiative through Central Washington University's Public Health program in partnership with the American Lung Association.
01/15/2022
Racial, ethnic minorities and low-income groups in U.S. exposed to higher levels of air pollution Certain groups in the U.S.—Blacks, Asians, Hispanics, Latinos, and low-income populations—are being exposed to higher levels of dangerous fine particulate air pollution than other groups, a study f…
09/10/2021
Let's all cheer YAY for rain!
Unfortunately our air quality index is still 283 which is considered Very Unhealthy, see https://enviwa.ecology.wa.gov/home/map
What have you experienced during COVID-19 related to air quality in Yakima County? CWU Public Health wants to know!
Please share your experience at https://keys2prevention.org
You could win a $25 gift card just for completing the survey!
09/09/2021
Due to our hazardous air quality, please keep an eye on your pet's breathing, eyes, noses and general behavior. Everyone stay safe!
09/09/2021
We are still gathering information related to air quality and prevention behaviors. Please let us know how you have been coping with the recent smoke and negative air quality in Yakima County. As an added incentive, if you complete the survey, you can be entered to WIN a $25 gift card! Information and Survey available at https://keys2prevention.org
09/08/2021
New burning operations at the Schneider Springs fire.
Be prepared for increased smoke and unsafe air quality in your community with this map from the US National weather service.
08/31/2021
Labor Day celebrations are traditionally held outside here in Central Washington. Are air quality and smoke influencing how you plan to spend the holiday?
CWU Public Health researchers want to know. Complete the survey and tell us about your experience with air quality. You may WIN a $25 gift card!
https://keys2prevention.org
08/30/2021
DIY air purifier. It's designed by experts but can be built by an amateur in under an hour.
https://www.npr.org/sections/back-to-school-live-updates/2021/08/26/1031018250/does-your-kids-classroom-need-an-air-purifier-heres-how-you-can-make-one-yoursel