Georgia’s Air Quality is The Worst in The Nation

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Breathing in Georgia is now the equivalent of smoking 147 cigarettes a year, according to a new study. That means every cough, wheeze, and runny nose might as well come with a Surgeon General’s warning.

Why It Matters: Air pollution is not just an Atlanta skyline haze problem. It’s linked to asthma, heart disease, and shorter lifespans. The fact that Georgia tops the list for dirtiest air in the country means the state’s 11 million residents are paying for it with their lungs.

What’s Happening: Researchers at HouseFresh crunched the numbe