I found some reference on the EPA website.
Climate Change-Health and Environment Effects
http://www.epa.gov/climatechange/effects/health.html#ref
Severe climate change can cause heart problems, asthma, skin problems, and "vector-borne" diseases include malaria, dengue fever, yellow fever, and encephalitis.
Air pollution index
http://www.epa.gov/air/urbanair/
Smog-Who does it hurt?
http://www.airnow.gov/index.cfm?action=smog.page1#3
Scientists have found that about one out of every three people in the United States is at a higher risk of experiencing ozone-related health effects. Ozone can irritate the respiratory system, reduce lung function, and aggravate asthma.
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