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American Lung Association State of the Air 2004

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Table of Contents

Executive Summary

Introduction

Regional Analyses

Tables:
Populations at Risk in the US
Populations at Risk in the Most Polluted Cities in US
Populations at Risk in the Most Polluted Counties in US
Populations at Risk in the Most Polluted Counties in Each State
Cleanest Cities in the US
Cleanest Counties in the US

Health Effects of Ozone and Particle Pollution
Particle Pollution: Deadly Then and Now
Ozone Pollution: the Most Pervasive Pollutant

Protecting the Nation From Air Pollution
The Clean Air Act: Under Fire
Delays that Harm
The Problem with Power Plants

Deep-Cleaning the Dirtiest Diesel

Conclusion

State Tables

Appendix A: Description of Methodology
Appendix B: Regional Differences In Sources For Ozone And Particle Pollution



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