Poor Health? It Might Be Something in the Air

(NewsUSA) - The air in American homes is increasingly contaminated and polluted, and now studies have linked poor indoor air quality to the dramatic rise in not only allergy and asthma symptoms but also a variety of other health issues, including heart disease, stroke and blood clots.

Studies are emerging that prove poor indoor air quality can cause or contribute to a variety of symptoms and medical issues. While individuals with pre-existing medical problems such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and allergies are at most risk from poor indoor quality, the medical literature demonstrates that even those in a good state of health are negatively affected.

The latest study conducted by scientists from Denmark and Sweden, published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, reveals that poor indoor air adversely affects the performance of blood vessels in humans leading to cardiovascular disease.

In an effort to protect public health and combat airborne invaders, Aprilaire, a manufacturer of indoor air quality products, is urging consumers nationwide to consider whole-home air cleaners as part of a modern and integrated approach to managing their indoor environments.

While the medical community acknowledges the benefits of clean air in the home, consumers often find themselves disappointed with the options available at local home improvement centers where portable, do-it-yourself air cleaning units are sold.

"We know through research that most people buy portable air cleaners to help alleviate some sort of respiratory issue. This cannot be accomplished with one portable air cleaner for an entire home," said John Frank, product manager for Aprilaire. "In fact, most homes require four or five portable units or more to clean the air throughout the entire home and still don't do as good a job," notes Frank. "A whole-home air cleaning solution is ideal for families who want to ensure healthy, clean air in every room and get the best value for their dollar."

Whole-home air cleaners permanently trap the airborne contaminants that can aggravate health and allergy and asthma symptoms. In a recent standard industry test, the Aprilaire 5000 achieved 99 percent efficiency against airborne particles. The unit captures and kills virtually all contaminants including those that most affect personal health—viruses, bacteria, spores and allergens 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.

For more information on whole-home air cleaners and the air cleaner control, visit www.aprilaire.com.

"Article By: NewsUSA"