Air Quality News
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Average annual asthma cost: $4,063
A new study determined the average annual cost for a child with asthma in Riverside, Calif., is more than $4,000. That figure might help put the cost of an air purifier in perspective.
Vacuum cleaners spread ultrafine particles, bacteria
A new study focuses on ultrafine pollution particles that are produced by vacuum cleaners. Surprisingly, the study notes that vacuum age and price doesn’t seem to make a difference.
Cleaner air to come won’t eliminate need for air purifier
New EPA regulations will limit the amount of mercury, arsenic and other toxins that are released into the air by coal-fired power plants. That’s good news, but still leaves plenty of other pollutants to be concerned about.
Air purifier can help Fido (and you) fight dust mites
Dust mites and their droppings are major allergens for pets and humans and are likely to be stirred up and become airborne when the furnace kicks on early in the winter season. The right air purifier can help.
HealthPro Plus named best air purifier
The world’s best-loved and most highly acclaimed air purifier, the IQAir HealthPro Plus, has been named the top air purifier by Sylvane.com, a leading online retailer. The award was based on the HealthPro Plus’ advanced technology, ease of use and effectiveness against even the smallest particles that others miss.
Air purifier is good partner for wood burning stoves, fireplaces
Heating with wood is the fastest-growing heating technology in the United States in the past 10 years, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. And while technology has improved heating efficiency and reduced pollution, wood-burning stoves and fireplaces can create indoor air quality challenges.
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