Healthier Home Initiative Addresses Philadelphia’s Asthma Crisis
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File CommentGiven these terrible statistics, why isn't AAFA and CAPP aggressively working to stop this dangerous and potentially deadly problem of dogs and other pets being brought into public buildings and stores and in public buildings? These children aren't just confined to their homes. Why not designate/certify stores and buildings as "asthma and allergy friendly"? In fact, stores, businesses and public transportation companies are violating the ADA rights of people with asthma, allergies and...
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Blog Post Comment❤️There are other hard surface alternatives, from linoleum (perhaps the ultimate “green” flooring) to tile to vinyl. It’s even possible to get hard-wearing and attractive flooring made from recycled tires. I’d like to see a true comparison between all the options, pros and cons, and include such possible irritant/triggers as off-gasing from padding and carpet materials.
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Blog Post CommentThanks for commenting Debbie! Great suggestions!
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Blog Post CommentHi Debbie, The only personal concern (since I have a latex allergy) I have with a recycled tire floor is that its made of latex. It's really amazing how many products are made of latex--even some furniture!! Brenda
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Blog Post Comment❤️That is so ... Angering... That hypoallergenic can be used as it is! It is like a blatant lie basically. I am so glad that Certified Allergy and Asthma friendly IS actually regulated and based on science-- definitely will be my go-to mark when I am shopping from now on.
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Blog Post Comment✅Interesting. Has anyone tried this yet. I might try it an get it from Amazon.
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Blog Post CommentLet us know how you like it if you try it BenR! What aspect makes you want to try it?
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Blog Post Comment@Kathy P I did purchase it . I got it to try because Of the promise of allergy free and no scent . I think it works well . However the bottle needs to be reworked . It leaks easily from the top . Also when you pour you need a funnel . Or it comes out way to fast . They should of designed it better .
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Blog Post CommentThanks for sharing your experience BenR! Glad it worked well and we'll share your feedback ab the bottle with company.
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Blog Post CommentThanks
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Blog Post CommentThanks for commenting, Brenda. I wasn’t aware that all tires are made of latex now — I thought that had stopped decades ago with artificial substitutes. i’m so glad to know that’s not true!
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Blog Post CommentThis is awesome information that we can hand out to our clients from a credible source. My husband and I operate an air duct cleaning business. We live in Michigan, so we get a lot of humidity and people often forget to turn their humidifier off after the winter. We have witnessed black mold and very poor indoor air quality in the majority of homes here. Our main goal is to help improve indoor air quality and raise awareness. Thank you for writing this article.
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Blog Post CommentWelcome to the AAFA community @Amberlee84 . You may also be interested in 3 Ways Humidity Affects Asthma . Would you consider starting a new topic about using your HVAC to manage Asthma triggers? That would be a fine addition to the Asthma Support forum.
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Blog Post Comment😢And many of us, especially the disabled, cannot afford these expensive items. It's hard enough affording the inhalers, biologics, oral meds. How about we make asthma care affordable!!