People spend about 90% of their time indoors. Consequently. the risks to health may be greater due to exposure to air pollution indoors that outdoors.  Cut down on indoor triggers of allergies and asthma by following these simple tips:

• Remove pets from the home and thoroughly clean to eliminate their dander.

•  Opt for leather furniture rather than upholstered pieces, since leather is an impervious material that is resistant to breeding dust mites.

• Eliminate carpet and drapes. 

• Dust both vertical and horizontal surfaces weekly.

• Keep indoor humidity below 50% year round.

• Open windows for an hour each day during dry seasons to improve ventilation.

• Use a HEPA air filter in the bedroom

• Clean mold off shower curtains, bathroom and basement walls and other surfaces with a solution of bleach, detergent and water. 

• Use a dehumidifier if your basement is damp or musty.

• Never allow smoking in the house.

"The air within homes and other buildings can be seriously polluted than the outdoor air in even the largest and most industrialized cities."  ~ Environmental Protection Agency