Indoor Air Pollution Has Become A Growing Health Concern

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Indoor Air Pollution Has Become A Growing Health
Concern
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• According to Global Health Risks, Mortality and
  burden of disease attributable to selected major
  risks indoor air pollution is responsible for
  2.7 of the global burden of disease. Both
  health experts and consumers have now become
  increasingly concerned about the increase in air
  pollution indoors and its impact on human health.

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• Indoor air quality (IAQ) refers to the air
  quality within and around buildings and
  structures. Exposure to indoor air pollution is
  determined by the concentrations of pollutants in
  the indoor environment and the amount of time
  that is spent in the indoor environment that has
  poor quality air. Tiny airborne contaminants with
  a diameter of 10 microns or less can penetrate
  deep in the lungs when inhaled and have harmful
  effects on human health. Women and children that
  spend a lot of time in the home are particularly
  at high risk of exposure to harmful airborne
  particles.

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• Environmental tobacco smoke (ETS) is another
  health hazard. ET is the mixture of smoke that
  comes from the burning end of a cigarette, cigar,
  or pipe as well as smoke exhaled by the smoker.
  The smoke produced is a blend of over 4,000
  compounds with more than 40 of the compounds
  identified as a cause of cancer in humans or
  animals. Infants and young children exposed to
  secondhand smoke are at increased risk of lower
  respiratory tract infections such as bronchitis
  and pneumonia, and they are more likely to have
  symptoms of respiratory irritation such as excess
  phlegm, chronic coughing, and wheezing.

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• Poor indoor air quality can contribute to the
  development of a number of health problems.
  Chronic respiratory illnesses such as lung
  disease, asthma, and bronchitis can be worsened
  for those afflicted with such health conditions.
  People can also develop such conditions when
  constantly exposed to poor quality indoor air.
  There can also be biological contaminants in the
  home contributing to poor quality indoor air such
  as mould, mildew, and bacteria resulting from a
  moist environment. People living in buildings
  with mould are more likely to suffer from
  symptoms like wheezing, runny eyes and nose,
  coughing, chest congestion, chronic coughing, and
  other allergic reactions. Exposure to mould can
  also trigger asthma symptoms. Molds and mildews
  release disease-causing toxins.

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• There are a number of other symptoms indicating
  exposure to poor quality indoor air which
  include headaches, dizziness, migraines, nasal
  congestion, nausea, digestive problems, insomnia,
  irritability, dry and pale skin, and lethargy. As
  well, some types of infectious illnesses such as
  influenza, measles, and chicken pox are
  transmitted through the air. In recent years,
  there has been a growing body of research
  compiled that is demonstrating that the air
  within homes and other buildings can be more
  polluted than the outdoor air and other research
  has found that people now spend about 90 percent
  of their time indoors. As a result, the risk of
  disease and illness is now much higher for those
  constantly exposed to air pollution indoors. For
  this reason, health organizations and government
  agencies are offering guides and manuals on
  improving the quality of air within homes and
  buildings.

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• Today, consumers can find a wealth of
  information online about the various ways they
  can reduce or eliminate indoor air pollution.
  Solutions to improving indoor air quality can
  range from something simple like using chemical
  free cleaners, making the home smoke free,
  putting a humidifier in the basement, changing
  air filters frequently, and making sure there is
  adequate ventilation throughout the home. Or,
  people can be more proactive by getting their
  indoor air tested for contaminants, hiring
  professional duct cleaners to give their air
  ducts a thorough cleaning, replacing all
  household and personal care products containing
  chemicals with more natural products, and taking
  steps to remove common sources of pollution, or
  reduce their emissions. This can include removing
  furnishings containing harmful chemicals such as
  furniture made of certain pressed wood, removing
  old and damp carpets, getting the fireplace
  thoroughly cleaned, and more. When taking both
  small and big steps to improve the quality of
  indoor air, you and your family will definitely
  see an improvement in your health and well being.

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