RAMP hosted the Community Action to Fight Asthma (CAFA) Virtual Summit on May 29-30, 2024.
Day 1 of the Summit featured opening remarks by California Senate Majority Leader, Lena A. Gonzalez, followed by a panel on MediCal’s asthma policies and a presentation on the latest scientific research on indoor air quality. The day closed with small group discussions on housing, outdoor air, and clinical management.
Day 1 Meeting Materials
Health risks of indoor exposure to fine particulate matter and practical mitigation solutions: Findings and recommendations from a new National Academies consensus study, Wanyu Rengie Chan, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
Day 2 featured an overview of the CAFA policy priorities, a panel on asthma and climate change policies, and a training on advocacy.
Day 2 Meeting Materials
Overview of CAFA policy priorities
Asthma and climate change policy
Will Barrett, American Lung Association
Shuinn Chang, Climate Health Now
Nataly Escobedo Garcia, Leadership Counsel
Stephanie Seidmon, UndauntedK12
Communicating for change: educating policymakers
