According to the Mayo Clinic website, “The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends that parents avoid using cough and cold medicines to treat children younger than age 2.” Potential drawbacks to using these medicines include possible side effects such as rapid heart rate and convulsions, and the fact that cold medicines mask present symptoms. Also, cold medicines don’t … [Read more...] about Using Humidifiers to Treat Your Child’s Cold
Is Your Building Sick?
Sick building syndrome or SBS refers to situations where "building occupants experience acute health and comfort effects that appear to be linked to time spent in a building, but no specific illness or cause can be identified," according to the EPA’s Indoor Air Quality website. This can occur either in a specific room or area, or throughout the building. Symptoms can … [Read more...] about Is Your Building Sick?
Is Your Indoor Air Affecting Your Allergies?
Staying indoors during allergy season may seem like a good strategy when you have allergies, but indoor air can be just as irritating to allergies. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America’s website, “dust mites, animal dander and even cockroaches can cause problems indoors.” Dust mites are a chief culprit for allergy sufferers, affecting up to 8 out of 10 … [Read more...] about Is Your Indoor Air Affecting Your Allergies?
Indoor Air Quality
The primary cause of home indoor air quality problems, according to the EPA's Indoor Air Quality website, are indoor pollution sources that release harmful gases or particles into the air. Other factors that can contribute to poor indoor air quality are inadequate ventilation, and high temperature and humidity. Sources of indoor air pollution include combustion sources, … [Read more...] about Indoor Air Quality
Filters Fast’s A+ Better Business Bureau Rating
Did you know that Filters Fast has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau? There are currently only approximately 300,000 accredited businesses nationwide that carry an A+ rating. Filters Fast has been accredited by the BBB since May 3, 2006. Accreditation means that Filters Fast pays a fee for the Better Business Bureau to review and monitor, as well as support BBB … [Read more...] about Filters Fast’s A+ Better Business Bureau Rating
