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
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, 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
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
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
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
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
If you have mold in your house, it’s important to act quickly to address it to avoid serious health risks. The symptoms of mold exposure include asthma, skin irritation, and eye irritation, and mold exposure can be serious for children and the elderly as well as for pregnant women. Mold is found both outdoors as well as indoors, enter your home … Read more
The need for moderate to major building improvements in health and elderly care facilities across the nation is staggering. Although the need for building renovations creates an opportunity to improve energy efficiency, which can lead to energy cost savings in the long run. In addition, performing routine preventive maintenance can ensure that building systems continue … Read more
Ultra-Fine Particles, Microscopic Threats to Your Health Microscopic particles in the air we breathe can contribute to immediate raspatory function but also disease as well. Both the outside air and the air in your home or workplace can have pollutants – each with their own significant effects on our health. Measured by the amount of pollutant and/or particles in the … Read more
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