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Indoor Air Quality Experts
Climate Change and Your Allergies
According to an ongoing study at Rutgers University, climate change could cause pollen counts to more than double in the next 30 years. The research information was presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology in the Fall of last year. The study tested how allergenic plants responded to conditions that mimic those [...]
Is Pollen Your Enemy?
Each season, tiny particles are released from trees, weeds and grasses. These particles are known as pollen and they become airborne and are meant to fertilize parts of others plants. If you are an allergy sufferer then you are very aware that sadly, many of these tiny pollen particles never reach their intended targets. Instead [...]
Posted in Allergies
Your Home and Allergies
Spring is here and with the warmer weather comes, for many, the symptoms of sneezing, coughing, itchy eyes, and all those fun allergy symptoms. According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, more than 35 million people are affected by seasonal allergies. There are steps you can take during your annual spring-cleaning routine, [...]
Posted in Allergies
Allergies and Environmental Toxicity
Common sources of indoor air pollution are: animal dander asbestos carbon monoxide disinfectants and cleaning chemicals dust formaldehyde lead mold paint pesticides pollen solvents radon tobacco smoke When these environmental pollutants invade your body, reactions like nausea, diarrhea, upset stomach and watery eyes can be common. Other symptoms may include asthma, bronchitis, stuffy nose, arthritis, [...]
Posted in Allergies
Your Health In A Damp Basement
If you should have the unfortunate situation of dealing with a flooded basement, the obvious concern would be the water and repair the damage. But did you know there may be a lingering problem that can have serious health repercussions? The growth and mold and your exposure to mold spores can be dangerous to your [...]
Posted in Allergies, Asthma, Mold and Indoor Air Quality
Asthma, Children and Your Home
Less than 50 percent of asthmatic children control their symptoms, despite the available treatments. This is according to Prof. Nikos Papadopoulos, EAACI Secretary General and Pediatric Asthma ICON Chair. A chronic disease, pediatric asthma requires chronic treatment. Many asthmatic cases occur in developing countries where home conditions are substandard with poor medical care and education. [...]
Hidden Hazards In Your Home
What You Cannot See In Your Indoor Air The fact is there are a lot of airborne contaminants in homes that worsen asthma, allergies and other health conditions. Invisible Killers: Carbon Monoxide and Radon Both of these gases are colorless, odorless and deadly. CO kills quickly. Gas ranges, cooktops, furnaces, wood kerosene and propane heaters [...]
Posted in Allergies, Asthma, Carbon Monoxide, Furnace Cleaning, Furnace Filters, Indoor Air Quality
Summer Heat and Indoor Air Quality
High Humidity and Indoor Air Quality Summer is almost here YAY!!!!!!!! But if you live in an area where humidity levels are high then be aware that it can affect your indoor air quality and therefore the health of you and your family! High humidity levels can cause mold, encourage dust mites (cause of [...]
Posted in Allergies, Indoor Air Quality
Breathing Happier…. Breathing Easier
Breathing Easier with Modern PURAIR® Here at Modern PURAIR® we strive for 100% customer satisfaction. Customer follow up is a great way to achieve this goal. When using Modern PURAIR® you can expect a follow up call from one of our friendly sales centre employees 24 to 48 hours after your cleaning. We love hearing [...]
World Asthma Day
May 1st, 2012 Asthma is a global problem with consequences affecting more than 300 million people worldwide. In 2011, the World Health Organization (WHO) reported that more than 2 million people die every year as a result of pollution of indoor and outdoor air. Poor indoor air quality in many homes and public buildings is [...]
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