Evidence for the Impact of Air Pollution on Depression

Little is highlighted about the toxic effects of air pollution and the likelihood that cognitive symptoms can occur, including anxiety and changes in behavior. Increased levels of some air pollutants are accompanied by an increase in psychiatric admissions and emergency calls and, in some studies, a reduction in psychological well-being.  Numerous toxic pollutants interfere with … Read more

Poor Air Quality and the Spread of Bacteria

Poor indoor air quality can cause or contribute to the development of infections, lung cancer and chronic lung diseases such as asthma. People who already have lung disease are at greater risk; but young, elderly, or immunocompromised individuals can easily be affected. In a recent review published by the American Lung Association, it was found … Read more

How Air Purifiers Work

Air purifiers essentially work by sanitizing the air, which may include pollutants, allergens, and toxins. They’re the exact opposite of essential oil diffusers and humidifiers, which add particles to indoor air. Air purifiers also act differently than filters. While filters only remove particles, purifiers can sanitize them, too.  The exact particles removed via an air purifier ultimately … Read more

Particle Pollution, What You Can’t See With the Naked Eye

Particle pollution, also known as particulate matter, is a general term for a mixture of solid and liquid droplets suspended in the air. Particle pollution can be made up of several different components, including acids, inorganic compounds, organic chemicals, soot, metals, soil or dust particles, and biological materials (such as pollen and mold spores) – all … Read more

Air Quality and Pervading Environmental Issues

As a follow-up to our recent blog about The Clean Air Act (CAA) of 1970 and its ongoing impact on air quality, we wanted to shed some light on why ongoing pollution is still a very real risk both in the United States but also, worldwide.  While the act and continued regulations following its inception, emissions … Read more

Clean Air, A Human Right

Safe, clean air has never been more critical. Clean air is a necessity, a human right, as it should be.  According to the United Nations Environment Programme, Climate and Clean Air Coalition, indoor and outdoor air pollution results in over 7 million deaths worldwide each year.  Progress has been made in progressive countries such as the United States, however the … Read more

Covid-19, Air Filtration Importance

With the recent rising airborne disease, COVID-19, the stress to remain indoors was higher during April 2020, compared to summer 2021. Social distancing and masks mandates are lifting in various states. However, COVID-19 may never go away, the lingering particles of the disease may continue to reside in the air. In addition, new variants of … Read more

Cannabis: A Smoking Hot Concern

A thriving industry as Cannabis, is making its way through several states. California, Colorado, New York, Virginia, and Washington are a few states that have legalize the medicinal and recreational uses of Cannabis. This is an amazing progress for patients or users across nationwide looking towards this opportunity. Nevertheless, cannabis has its flaws.   To cultivate … Read more

Summer Air Quality Concerns

In the roots of summer, there comes bright sunny weather and of course everybody’s favorite, vacation. Summer may be all sunshine and planned destinations, however mid-July to October is wildfire season.  Blazing hot red and orange flames engulfs the sky near areas of the west coast. Not long after, debris and smoke can travel as … Read more

The Importance of Controlling VOC Emissions During Cannabis Production

As of July 2021, 18 states have legalized marijuana, while 37 states have legalized it for medical use. In recent years, the support for the legalization of this formerly stigmatized drug has soared, with more individuals using it for recreational and medical reasons such as relief from ongoing pain and anxiety. As a result, the … Read more