| CalAsthma Update - July 17, 2008 |
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GENERAL
1) Event: CARB Public Workshops on the Statewide Truck and Bus Regulation
2) Funding Opportunity: U.S. EPA Region 9 Indoor Air Program Request for Proposals
3) Study: Uncontrolled Asthma and Missed Work and School
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
4) Event: Breathe California Asthma Day Camp in San Jose, August 4th
5) Event: EHLWG Lobby Days in Sacramento, August 12th
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
6) Event: CAPCOA Conference and Expo in Long Beach, September 14th
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GENERAL
1) Event: CARB Public Workshops on the Statewide Truck and Bus Regulation
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is hosting a series of public workshops on the proposed regulation to reduce emissions from existing diesel-fueled on-road vehicles operating in the State. This will be the last series of workshops before the proposed regulation will be considered by the Board in October. At the workshops, CARB staff plans to provide an overview of the proposed regulation and to discuss the associated costs and emissions benefits. Daytime workshops will be held in San Diego, El Monte, Redding, San Jose, Sacramento, and Fresno. Evening workshops will be held in El Centro, Redding, San Jose, Riverside, and Arvin. For more information, visit http://www.arb.ca.gov/msprog/onrdiesel/workshops.htm.
2) Funding Opportunity: U.S. EPA Region 9 Indoor Air Program Request for Proposals
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Region 9 (which includes California) has released a request for proposals. The EPA, Region 9 is soliciting proposals for projects addressing three indoor air priority areas: improving indoor air quality in schools, reducing exposure to indoor asthma triggers in homes, indoor asthma trigger management education in schools. Proposal may address more than one area. The total amount anticipated to be awarded under this RFP is approximately $115,000. Approximately three to four awards will be granted and awards will range from $15,000 to $60,000 with each project being two years. For more information, visit http://www.epa.gov/region09/funding/indoor-environments.html
3) Study: Uncontrolled Asthma and Missed Work and School
In a UCLA Health Policy Research Brief released in July, researchers used data from the 2005 California Health Interview Survey (CHIS) to examine the burden associated with frequent asthma symptoms among those with current asthma. Researchers also identified key opportunities for reducing and controlling disease activity in these asthma sufferers. Findings showed that California children missed 1.9 million days of school because of asthma and adult workers missed 2 million days of work. In addition, 475,000 children and adults in California went at least once to the emergency department or urgent care center because of asthma. Based on the findings, recommendations for reducing the burden of asthma in California include improving access to quality care and controlling environmental factors. To view the complete Policy Research Brief, visit http://www.healthpolicy.ucla.edu/pubs/files/Uncontrolled_Asthma_PB_0708.pdf.
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
4) Event: Breathe California Asthma Day Camp in San Jose, August 4th
Breathe California of the Bay Area is hosting their annual asthma/allergies day camp, Camp Superstuff, from August 4th through August 8th in San Jose. Camp Superstuff is designed for asthmatic children ages 6 to 12 and utilizes trained staff to teach participants important techniques that are critical to managing their asthma. These techniques include: understanding the different aspects of asthma management, recognizing asthma/allergy triggers and warning signs, knowing when and how to take medications, and learning how to stay active with asthma and allergies. Camp Superstuff also provides campers with the opportunity to take part in traditional camp activities such as field trips, games, arts and crafts, skits, songs, and more! For more information and to apply, visit http://www.lungsrus.org/Programs/Asthma/asthma_camp.htm or call 408-998-5865.
5) Event: EHLWG Lobby Days in Sacramento, August 12th
The Environmental Health Legislative Working Group (EHLWG) is hosting their 6th Annual Legislative Education Days in Sacramento on August 12th and 13th. Registration is due by August 1st and scholarships will be available based on need and a first-come basis. For more information, contact Nidia Bautista at 916-498-1560 x3 or via e-mail at nidia@coalitionforcleanair.org.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
6) Event: CAPCOA Conference and Expo in Long Beach, September 14th
The California Air Pollution Control Officers’ Association (CAPCOA) is hosting a conference and expo on new and emerging clean air technologies, “The Future is Green”, to be held at the Long Beach Convention Center on September 14th through the 16th. CAPCOA is offering free conference registration to environmentalists and other citizens concerned about air quality issues. To download the complimentary registration form visit http://www.calasthma.org/calendar/view_event/1466/. For more information about the conference and expo, visit http://www.capcoagreen.com/.
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