Most exposure to pollutants in the environment occurs when we breathe air indoors. Airborne pollutants are comprised of products, materials, dust mites, bacteria, pet dander and other microorganisms. The air inside offices, schools and homes can be 2 to 5 times – sometimes even 100 times – more polluted than outdoor air.
The EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) says that the average person receives 75% of potentially hazardous pollutants at home – the very place we consider to be the safest.
So what does this have to do with air conditioners? The answer comes from a single-blind study, conducted by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), which tested the efficacy of some simple home interventions in raising health scores of children suffering with asthma.
The researchers recruited families with at least one asthmatic child. A total of 219 children from 83 families were enrolled. In each of the homes, inspections, health examinations and assessments were performed. Then, specific interventions were implemented. In addition to asthma education, these interventions included:
- Dehumidification
- Air filtration
- Furnace service
- Air conditioner service
- High-efficiency furnace filters
Six months later, follow-up assessments and health surveys were conducted. The health scores revealed a significant reduction in asthma and other allergy-related conditions. Moreover, there was a decrease in coughing when dehumidification was used, along with HVAC service.
Dehumidification, room air cleaners, and HVAC service also improved respiratory issues. Other positives included reduced dust allergen load, mold spore counts, and indoor spore counts. The conclusion was that simple interventions like air conditioner service can result in better indoor air quality and improved health in asthmatic children.
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