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Air pollution effects on childhood weight

Air pollution effects on childhood weight In 2020, international researchers found that being exposed as a child to various indoor pollutants such as particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide is linked to child obesity.7 The results of a study published in Pediatric Obesity in 2017 showed that in the first six months of their lives, babies […]

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The role of aerosol particles in the transmission of SARS-CoV-2 infection

Since the beginning of the pandemic, when airborne transmission was not yet recognised as a major route of infection transmission, scientists have gained much new evidence that now clearly shows that COVID-19 infections can transmitted to a significant extent via airborne aerosols that remain suspended in indoor air for a substantial period of time.  The Society […]

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Become A Clean Air School

How to become a Clean Air School Clean air is critical in helping students and staff stay healthy. But access to clean air has long been an issue for many schools. This is especially true for disadvantaged or underserved schools near major sources of air pollution. Improving air quality in your school can seem complicated […]

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IQAir supports hospitals treating ongoing coronavirus outbreak

First discovered just ahead of the Chinese New Year Festival in January 2020, coronavirus 2019-nCoV infections threaten millions. The World Health Organization, Centers for Disease Control, and other health agencies have issued official warnings.1,2,3 In response to the outbreak, the Chinese National Health Commission held a conference on January 22, 2020 to assess the public […]

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What is air?

What is air? Millions of years ago, the oceans were filled with bacteria or cyanobacteria. Through photosynthesis, these released oxygen into the immediate atmosphere, displacing carbon dioxide and altering the balance. Nitrogen was also being built up in the air by the reaction of sunlight on ammonia. Progressively, this led to our current oxidized atmosphere […]

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Common toxins pose a danger to your family's health

Detergents, cleansers, powders Many household cleaning products can also trigger allergies, especially those infused with sweet smelling agents. The National Asthma Council Australia recommends opting for products with low levels of chemicals and airing rooms during and after cleaning. Off-gassing of new furnishings Carpets, wall pint, sofas & couches, timber units – all can contain volatile organic […]

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Toxic Chemicals in Your Home

Toxic chemicals in your home could be linked to cancer, autism, and reproductive issues. Here are 4 of the most concerning: Pesticides Where they reside: Pesticides are commonly found in fruits, vegetables, potatoes, and milk, among other foods. Even harmful levels of weed-killer - a common pesticide - in some morning cereal products (There's been some debate about […]

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Indoor air quality affects frequency and severity of common colds

While there is no cure for the common cold, the quality of the air you breathe has an effect on how often you get sick. Research also shows that once you have a cold, the quality of the air you breathe has a significant effect on the severity of your symptoms. Billions of cases of the […]

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Can clean air increase child IQ?

Studies now show that breathing polluted air can impair memory and reasoning, reduce academic performance and even lower intelligence. Clean air can prevent the lowering of a child’s IQ by the avoiding detrimental effects of breathing unclean air, but can clean air actually increase child IQ? Intellectual Quotient (IQ) is an imperfect predictor of many outcomes, such as academic […]

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Home Renovations and Healthy Air

Renovations can make an older home feel new again. But your Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) during home renovations can also be impacted by renovations as the air fills with dangerous chemicals and other contaminants that put your health at risk. It’s important to protect your home’s Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) throughout the entire renovation process: Demolition: Lead, asbestos, […]

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The Hidden Dangers of Scented Candles

Scented candles are a popular way to create a pleasant ambiance at home. Scents such as lavender, jasmine and sandalwood can be relaxing and invigorating. And during the holidays, many people find the warm glow and aroma of pine, gingerbread or cinnamon makes a room more festive. Unfortunately, most mass-produced scented candles can have a […]

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Is your car air-con killing you?

A new study is showing that the air inside cars is up to 100% more polluted than on the road outside. Click here for full study: research   This is due to the direct flow of exhausts from the own car and other vehicles on the road, the off-gassing of volatile organic chemicals (VOCs) from materials used […]

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Negative Ions and Ozone Myths and Facts.

Myth: "Ozone" and "Negative ions" refer to the same thing. Fact: Not so. They are very different. A negative ion is an oxygen atom with an extra electron. It is odorless. Ozone is an oxygen molecule consisting of three oxygen atoms. You can smell ozone if the concentration is high enough. Myth: Ozone and negative […]

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Do Soot Particles pose a risk to growing babies?

A recent research study from Queen Mary University in London has revealed that tiny soot particles breathed in by pregnant women have been found in the womb, where they might harm a growing baby. Air pollution is now linked to birth weight, infant mortality and childhood respiratory complaints such as asthma. This study was carried […]

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Is Cleaning the house as bad as Smoking?

A shocking new study has found that using cleaning products and sprays can lead to a decline in lung function in women. As if we needed another reason to hate housework, the research carried out by the University of Bergen in Norway found that women who regularly clean either at home or in their work, […]

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Blueair removes microplastics from the air

Blueair HEPASilent technology removes airborne microplastics Stockholm, 5 June: In the wake of recent research on the negative human health effects of breathing microplastics, Blueair, a world-leader in air purification solutions for home and professional use, is happy to announce that all its air purifiers remove airborne microplastics. Research published by the Fernando Pessoa University […]

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All About Mould

For all you need to know about mould, mycotoxins and their removal.

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The impact of portable high-efficiency particulate air filters on the incidence of invasive aspergillosis in a large acute tertiary-care hospital

Background: Worldwide, the frequency of invasive fungal infections has been increasing, with a corresponding increase in the numbers of high-risk patients. Exposure reduction through the use of high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters has been the preferred primary preventive strategy for these high-risk patients. Although the efficiency and benefits of fixed HEPA filters is well proven, the […]

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Cooking with gas & household dampness linked to childhood asthma

Research published in the Medical Journal of Australia investigated the links between common indoor exposures and asthma in children. "We found that 12 per cent of childhood asthma is attributable to exposure to gas stoves used for cooking, and eight per cent is linked to household dampness," said Dr Luke Knibbs from the Centre for […]

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Why and How Pet Bird Owners Should Choose an Air Purifier

Anybody who keeps one or more pet birds in their home will tell you about how such small, innocuous pets can be remarkably high maintenance, especially when it comes to keeping the environment sanitary. However, while most good bird owners take every precaution to ensure that their birds cannot spread illness and disease, there is […]

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