Do smoky cigars, lingering pet odors, or strong fumes pollute the air in your home Although odors and foul smells are a natural part of life, they don't have to be a part of your indoor air

Mold - the microscopic fungi that invades your home to expose you and your family to severe health risks Although mold comprises the "blue" of bleu cheese, it is neither tasty nor inviting when it's invading your home

Mutliple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS), once widely regarded with skepticism, is a growing health concern for many Americans The October 2006 issue of National Geographic magazine features an in-depth article about the chemical pollution within our bodies and the increasing prevalence of MCS

Which air purifier is right for me You may be asking that question after searching through the volumes of air purifiers that are on the market today

Wood-burning fireplaces are becoming more popular There's something romantic and relaxing about sitting near a fireplace, hearing the crackle of the wood, and gazing at the flickering flames

VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) are a major concern for indoor air pollution The EPA estimates levels of some common pollutants to be 2-5 times higher inside homes than out

Indoor air quality is often much worse than outdoor air The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that indoor air pollutant levels could be two to five times higher than pollution levels outdoors

Three basic treatment options exist for allergy sufferers: 1 Allergy Medication 2

Parents should be concerned about protecting their children from exposure to lead "The reason for concern is there is no good level of lead in the body," says Robert J

Whether you’re an allergy or asthma sufferer, or someone who is concerned with providing your family with the best indoor air quality, finding a solution to the airborne contaminants in your home is a very important issue The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) determined that most indoor air is three to five times dirtier than outdoor air

Some popular air cleaners actually pollute the air with ozone, a known lung irritant Ozone is a molecule composed of three oxygen atoms; it’s the same molecule that makes up the ozone layer of our upper atmosphere

Although they may seem like a new innovation, air purifiers have been around for more than 200 years Beginning as protective masks for fireman, air purifiers have now evolved the ability to protect you and your family from airborne pollutants

"We have a ten month old daughter who has slept very well from an early age," says P Cade McDonald, founder and CEO of achooallergy

Indoor air quality is a major health concern According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), pollutant levels are two to five times higher inside the home than out

As many as 8 out of 10 allergy sufferers have allergy symptoms year-round due to indoor allergens Perennial allergy symptoms can be controlled by improving indoor air quality with air purifiers

Indoor air pollution is a serious problem According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), air pollution levels are two to five times higher indoors