May is Clean Air Month, a time to recognize how the air we breathe affects every part of our health, especially our brain. Whether you’re working in an office, at home, or outdoors, clean air plays a key role in how well you think, focus, and perform throughout the day. While outdoor air pollution caused by cars, wildfires, and industry often makes headlines, indoor air quality can be just as harmful.

Most people spend over 90% of their time indoors, where poor air circulation and invisible pollutants can silently impact cognitive function. Research shows that exposure to polluted air can impair memory, slow reaction time, and reduce attention span. In workplaces, even short-term exposure to high levels of indoor pollutants can lead to brain fog, reduced productivity, increased errors, and poor performance on problem-solving and decision-making tasks.

Easy Tips for Cleaner Air

• Check daily air quality reports before outdoor activities
• Use air purifiers indoors, especially on high-pollution days
• Add indoor plants for natural air filtering
• Avoid smoking or idling vehicles near buildings
• Choose non-toxic cleaning products

At Medcom, we’re doing more than talking about clean air—we’re taking action to support it every day. From our sustainability efforts to our workspace habits, we’re committed to healthier air for everyone.

Here are a few ways we’re putting our values into practice:

• We’ve created green spaces through office gardening projects to bring nature indoors and promote cleaner air
• Our breakrooms use compostable utensils, reducing waste and supporting a cleaner environment
• We’ve replaced single-use cups with a community mug tree, encouraging reusable options among staff
• And through our partnership with Earth Charter International, we’re aligning our efforts with a global mission of ethical sustainability

Clean Air Month reminds us that small choices can make a huge impact. From daily habits to workplace initiatives, we all have a role in protecting the air we breathe.