Are you thinking about remodeling your home, or building a new one? If so, there are several things you need to know about the impact this may have on your allergies. The dust, debris and fumes from remodeling or construction can wreak havoc on your eyes, nose and skin. Knowing about some specific hazards, however, can help you minimize the impact on your allergies.
Floors
If you are putting in new floors, consider using hardwood, vinyl, linoleum tile, or slate instead of wall-to-wall...
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I received a fancy air filter for a present last year. It has a mold attachment, a kind of light blub, which uses ozone to fry the mold... Read more »
Pets and asthma don't necessarily go together very well. After all, animal allergies are often one of the key factors in triggering asthma... Read more »
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Molds... yuck! A fungus -- that's disgusting, right? And what does mold have to do with nasal allergies and asthma? The answer to that question is,... Read more »
Doc, I get sick every Christmas and end up missing a few days of work. I take my family out to pick a live tree the weekend after Thanksgiving every... Read more »
Ah, summer camp. It either brings back fond memories of sing-alongs by the fire and archery lessons with new friends -- or swatting bat-sized... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Bronchial asthma; Exercise-induced asthma Prevention You can reduce asthma symptoms by avoiding known triggers and substances that... Read more »