More Canadian wildfire smoke is heading to the NY/NJ Metro.
What can we do?
New York City, one of the most densely populated urban areas in the world, known for its vibrant energy and iconic skyline, is also renowned for its challenges with air pollution. The city’s air quality has a significant impact on the health and well-being of its residents. The most recent Canadian wildfire shuns a dim but obvious light over an issue that has plagued NY for a while.
In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the importance of using clean, sustainable, and organic products to counteract the effects that are beyond our immediate control – like the air we breathe.
THE IMPACT ON PUBLIC HEALTH
The adverse effects of poor air quality on public health are undeniable. Studies have linked air pollution to increased asthma rates, respiratory infections, lung cancer, and premature death. Vulnerable populations, including children, the elderly, and those with pre-existing respiratory conditions, are particularly susceptible to these health risks. By embracing clean products, we can significantly reduce the emission of pollutants and protect the well-being of New York’s residents.
When we think of clean and sustainable products we often gear towards, eco-friendly cleaning products, vehicles with fewer emissions, and energy-efficient appliances. It’s often easy to forget to also consider what touches our most intimate skin.
Maxim’s products were designed for the most sensitive skin. They ensure that their products are clean, sustainable, biodegradable, 100% cotton, and eco-friendly. Items as simple as eco-friendly menstrual and cotton products are a great personal step to helping NY to become a cleaner place for generations to come.
What We Can Do
MASK UP
Fortunately for most of us, the aftermath of the pandemic left a healthy stock of unused masks. These masks are very useful in filtering smoke, and debris particles from entering our lungs.
Grab a pair whenever you hit the most congested areas with the least trees – like the city.
LIMIT OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
According to Dominic Ramunni with the National Weather Service, “ the (most) sensitive folks — those most vulnerable, the seniors, very young, those perhaps with some pre-existing respiratory problems, asthma, should probably limit their time outdoors; certainly any strenuous activities outdoors.”
AIR PURIFIER
There’s been a surge in air purifier sales and for a good reason.
We need cleaner air. The ominous orange haze calls for more deliberate actions toward cleaning our air indoors. Ones with HEPA-approved filters are most effective in both large and small spaces.
CLEAN PRODUCTS
There’s a wide range of sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives that can reduce environmental impact. As individuals, we can make a significant impact by consciously choosing clean products.
Maxim is NY-based and doing its part by providing the cleanest organic feminine care and cotton products on the market – no bells and whistles included.
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100% ORGANIC COTTON ESSENTIALS
ORGANIC WIPES (Face, Hands, Intimate, Baby)