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A review by the EPA looked at the most common types of air filters and found that using a combination of HEPA and carbon (like the Austin Air filters) is the most effective. But the review warned against using other...
Choosing An Air Purifier In A Chemical Disaster
Over recent weeks, the country has been ravaged by chemical incidents and disasters. Whether it’s train derailments, factory explosions or emissions, safety from chemicals should be at the forefront of the national conversation. As these events unfold, it’s more important...
Breast Cancer and Air Pollution—Is There a Link?
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is coming to a close. And while it’s stressful to think about breast cancer, it’s important to be aware that one in eight women will be diagnosed with it in her lifetime. Even men can get...
The Effects of Nearby Farming on Indoor Air Quality
We often think that air quality in rural areas is far better than in cities. With fewer vehicles on the road and all that open space, it makes sense that the air is cleaner, right? Wrong. Sources Of Pollution in...
Pittsburgh Gets an 'F' For Air Pollution
According to the American Lung Association, the Pittsburgh region has some of the worst air pollution levels in the country. Despite some improvements in recent years, cars, local power plants, and heavy industry, such as the US Steel’s Clairton Coke...
Have you ever wondered what makes a sunset? Why does the sky light up with red, orange, and yellow at the end of the day? It’s all down to light, how far it has to travel, and how it interacts...
Opening Your Windows This Spring Isn't Enough to Freshen Up Your Home
When the weather warms up, we can’t wait to fling open all the windows and doors to freshen up our homes. But is this really the best way to improve indoor air quality and remove airborne pollutants? In a word,...
Misconceptions Surrounding Air Purifiers
The need for air purifiers has grown exponentially over the last few years, but as demand increases, so do the number of questions and concerns. So, this week we take a look at some of those issues and try to...
Increase in Covid-19 cases and a difficult wildfire season, makes for a perfect storm
From the very start of the pandemic, scientists the world over have linked air pollution to an increased risk of Covid-19. Even a small increase in pollution levels can increase the risk of Covid-19 Last year, a team from Harvard...