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December 14, 2023

Wildfires Have Reversed Twenty Years of Clean Air Progress

There are certain sights that are specific to California: the Pacific Coast Highway overlooking the ocean, the Hollywood sign hovering above the hills, and thousands of smog check stations across the state. Since 1984, California drivers have been required to...

November 3, 2023

The Connection Between Diabetes and Indoor Air Quality

November is Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to shed light on this chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide. (1) While most conversations about diabetes revolve around diet, exercise, and medication, we often overlook the importance of indoor air...

October 6, 2023

Get Rid of Sports Gear Odors At Home And In Locker Rooms

Hey there, athletes, coaches, parents, and sports enthusiasts! We all know that feeling of triumph after a good workout or thrilling game. But what about the not-so-pleasant side of sports? We’re not talking about the difficult practices or tough losses....

May 19, 2023

What Homebuyers (and Sellers) Need to Know About Mold

You’re looking for your dream home. After months of searching, you find one you love. But there’s a catch. You notice a black spot on the wall. Or, you notice a musty, damp odor. Or, you see water damage....

April 4, 2023

Brand-New and Moldy

When David Barnard moved into his brand-new home, he began having health issues. The culprit: mold. In a recent podcast interview David Barnard opened up about his “mold story.” David moved into a brand new, custom built home in 2011....

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January 11, 2023

Federal Agency Could Ban Gas Stoves Due to Toxic Gas

The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is considering a ban on gas stoves due to the high levels of hazardous indoor air pollutants they produce. Gas stoves are still a common household appliance used for cooking. However, gas...

January 9, 2023

The Surprising Way Your Lungs Age, and How to Protect Your Respiratory Health

As we age, our bodies change in ways we may not expect. Many of us know to stay active and eat a balanced diet to maintain physical and mental health, but we don’t often think about how aging affects our...

December 7, 2022

Flashing Lights Are OK on a Christmas Tree but Not an Air Purifier

Computer science researcher Mitchel Resnick said, “I’m pretty skeptical about a lot of the toys on the market…Most of them just add these new technologies just to make more flashing lights.” Isn’t it true? As a society we love our...

November 29, 2022

Reduce Indoor Pollution from Christmas Decorating

‘Tis the Season for Indoor Air Pollution! With Christmas fast approaching, it’s time to decorate your home. Candles, scent sticks, wreaths—we love ‘em. But these festive decorations release toxic air pollutants into our homes. There’s a lot of research on...

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