Study finds ventilation fixes can sharply cut toxic air in NYC nail salons

For the study, doctoral students Rachel L. Thompson, A. Michael Ierardi, and Samantha Fisher and Associate Professor Brian Pavilonis tracked six nail salons across Brooklyn, Queens, and Manhattan. Using real-time air quality monitors, they measured levels of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in nail salon air, chemicals linked to respiratory symptoms, headaches, and long-term health r