The
BUAC Mission
Asthma is one of the most common chronic diseases worldwide and its incidence
is increasing. In the United States, this disease particularly affects urban
areas. Research studies have linked poor environmental conditions to the cause
and exacerbation of asthma.
The Boston Urban Asthma Coalition aims to promote collaboration between organizations and residents concerned about the various factors that affect asthma such as the environment, quality of health care, access to health care, and education. This Collaboration taps into the expertise and resources of these city residents and organizations through advocacy and educational projects. In addition, it strengthens, personally and professionally, the network of people addressing the severity, morbidity, and mortality of asthma.
Established in 1997, the BUAC has worked to assemble a diverse and representative group of participants in its work and to develop a structure that increases the potential for substantially changing systems for asthma control in Boston. The Coalition serves as a clearinghouse and network for those in the city who are committed to improving the problem of asthma in Boston. Participating organizations include community activists who work alongside leading scientists and physicians to develop new approaches to prevention and intervention.
Over time the organization has grown from a group of concerned individuals looking for a systemic means to address the asthma epidemic in Boston into a large coalition which achieves its work through member led committees. Since its founding, the BUAC has been facilitated by Jean Zotter, the Director of BUAC.
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Boston
Urban Asthma Coalition
622 Washington Street
Dorchester, MA 02124
(617) 423-4337
fax
(617) 282-3950
jzotter@tmfnet.org
