The Air We Breathe The Air We Breathe

Contributor(s): American Lung Association The History of Medicine Division. Prints and Photographs Collection Publication: American Lung Association, [ca. 1980] Language(s): English Format: Still image Subject(s): Air Pollution Public Health Genre(s): Archival Materials Posters Slides (photographs) Abstract: The American Lung Association created this idyllic illustrated poster as part of their environmental health education program in the 1980s. The ALA has been one of the leading public advocates for clean air and pollution control, while serving as a chief source of information and public education on the health hazards of air pollution. This illustration identifies pollution generated by factories, homes, landfills, vehicles, and individuals, with the headline reminding us that this is all part of "The Air We Breathe." The poster offers a cautionary tale about interconnectivity, demonstrating that alongside polluting activities children can be found playing, a man fishing, livestock grazing, and people camping.. NOTE: Slide of original poster image is slightly blurry. Copyright: This item may be under copyright protection; contact the copyright owner for permission before re-use. Extent: 1 pages NLM Unique ID: 101584655X43 (See in Profiles in Science) Profiles in Science ID: VCBBDC Permanent Link: http://resource.nlm.nih.gov/101584655X43 Archival Collection: Visual Culture and Health Posters (Profiles in Science)