Young professionals are invited for a fun evening of free wine and hors d'oeuvres to celebrate the launch of BREATHE LA's Young Professionals group on October 27 from 6:30pm-8:30pm. BREATHE LA Young Professionals supports BREATHE LA's mission to promote clean air and healthy lungs. There is no cost to attend, but space is limited - Participants can register via Facebook or by emailing dberman@breathela.org .
BREATHE California of Los Angeles County (BREATHE LA), the 4th annual BREATHE LA Green Salon Series focuses on mobility: Moving Los Angeles County into a clean air future. Expert panel discussion with robust Q & A to examine new technologies that reduce diesel emissions from construction equipment and vehicles.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is now the third leading cause of death in the United States, killing more than 120,00 Americans each year. More than 12 million Americans are currently diagnosed with COPD, including 1.6 million people in California.
Breathe LA's final Green Salon of 2010 brought attention to the lung health plight faced by the Latino community and how Proposition 23, if passed, could destroy not only the health of many in the community, but, new opportunities for job creation.
Even healthy people can contract the influenza (flu) virus during the flu season. People can reduce their risk with a flu shot this season. Most at-risk during flu season are infants and those who suffer from chronic lung conditions such as asthma or COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), where coughing and breathing become difficult. According to the Centers for Disease Control, flu vaccine can prevent illness in up to 90 percent of people under 65 years of age. Flu shots are quick and readily available.
