How to tell if your outdoor air is safe

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September 19, 2025 How to tell if your outdoor air is safe By Angela Haupt Editor, Health and Wellness Outdoor air pollution is one of the most harmful toxins in the environment, contributing to millions of deaths per year. So what can you do to stay safe? TIME contributor Matt Fuchs talked to experts about how to use air-quality readings in your everyday life. READ MORE » If you have a minute, please take our quick survey to help us better understand who you are and which health topics interest you most. Take the Survey WHAT ELSE TO READ The Surprising Benefits of Talking Out Loud to Yourself External self-talk reveals something about your personality.   Does Face Yoga Really Work?  Fans of the practice claim that it improves how well your facial muscles function and enhances your appearance. But does it?   How to Tell if Someone Is Lying to You, According to Experts There will be physical signs—and you'll hear the same story over and over.   If you were forwarded this and want to sign up to receive it daily, click here. Today's newsletter was written by Angela Haupt and edited by Mandy Oaklander.   Want more from TIME? Sign up for our other newsletters.         Subscribe to TIME TIME may receive compensation for some links to products and services in this email. Offers may be subject to change without notice. Connect with TIME via Facebook | Twitter | Newsletters PRIVACY POLICY | YOUR CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS Questions? Contact newsletters@time.com Update your email preferences or unsubscribe here © 2025 TIME USA, LLC. All rights reserved. TIME Customer Service, P.O. Box 37508 Boone, IA 50037-0508, United States of America Terms of Service