My specialty is nursing. I plan to graduate in the coming years with associates; I plan to continue my studies to obtain a bachelor's degree. I live in Greenpoint (UHF) 201 which is a very polluted area. Greenpoint is actually considered a Superfund site. A Superfund site is an unstable or abandoned place where hazardous waste is located, which can have a dangerous effect on local ecosystems or populations. Asthma is a major health problem. Brooklyn's population is 2,504,700 with a median household income of $43,567. Brooklyn's demographics include 42.8% non-Hispanic White, 34.3% non-Hispanic Black, and 19.8% Hispanic and 10.5% Asian. In 2000, Greenpoint had a very high poverty rate compared to other places in Queens. However, neighboring communities like Williamsburg had the same statistics. The definition of poverty rate is the ratio between the number of people living below the poverty line and the total population. In 2010, the rate improved. Reported health status was between 8.8% and 15.4%. Asthma is a disease that causes swelling and narrowing of the lung airways, chest tightness, and coughing. This limits the amount of air that can pass through the airways. Inhaling allergens usually triggers asthma symptoms. There is no cure for asthma and it can only be a matter of control. Air pollutants and irritants, such as smoke, can trigger asthma. Asthma is a major health problem for nurses because most asthma-related deaths occur in lower-middle-income countries. The percentile of adults diagnosed with asthma by a healthcare professional in Greenpoint is 8.5-10%. This is a better percentile than the neighboring community of Williamsburg (UHF 211). But in other nearby Queens communities, like Astoria (UHF 40...... middle of paper......61.8% to 76.9%). A home with a smoke-free home policy does not allow smoking anywhere. The home environment can play a major role in the health of a family member with asthma. Cockroaches produce allergens that make asthma conditions worse. in Greenpoint are very old and dilapidated, often covered in mold. Often appear in damp conditions, such as poorly ventilated bathrooms. A housing environment free of mold and cockroaches can greatly improve the lives of people with asthma. Asthma is a major health problem for all nurses because it is very common to see people with asthma going to the emergency room. Determinants such as health care, housing and location are important for living a normal life. . People need to know where they live and whether they are getting better or worse because they live there..?