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Americans exposed to record levels of smoke
This year we have seen an unprecedented number of wildfires, burning all over the planet. Fires in Greece, Russia, Spain and Turkey have burnt millions of hectares of land, creating the highest carbon dioxide emissions in decades. Closer to home,...
Homeschooling? Keep an eye on air quality in your home classroom
Until recently, homeschooling rates in the US remained steady. But the arrival of Covid-19 meant families across the country had to adapt to a new world, where learning from home became the norm. Homeschool numbers doubled in 2020 According to...
It’s that time of year, the days are getting shorter, and the temperatures are dropping. If you’ve noticed a damp, musty smell in your home, it could be mold and it could be affecting your health. Mold comes in a...
High level of chemicals found in kindergarten classrooms
The arrival of Covid-19 has shone a light on air quality in schools, offices and other indoor public spaces but it’s not just Covid-19 we need to focus on. There are a number of other contaminants floating around that also...
How to keep the air in your home clean during fire season
Over recent years we’ve seen a major increase in the number of wildfires in western states. Fires are burning bigger, faster and hotter than ever before. And although residents are doing all they can to stay safe, is this enough?...
A small increase in air pollution linked to serious mental illness
There have been a number of studies over the years that have explored the link between bad air quality and our mental health. However, findings from a recent study in the UK are particularly alarming. Scientists from Kings College, London,...
Still working from home? Keep an eye on your air quality!
Recent analysis from Airthings, a manufacturer of air quality monitors, found that as the world went into lockdown, the quality of air in our homes took a turn for the worse. VOC levels (Volatile Organic Compounds) were measured in homes...
Some air purifiers could do more harm than good
As thousands of students head back to class this week, indoor air quality is a top concern. But for many schools, the new term is not going to plan. Over the last few months, some schools have spent millions of...
Breaking News!! Canada’s largest school board selects Austin Air to help fight Covid-19
The largest school board in Canada, the Toronto District School Board (TDSB), has chosen Austin Air to help in the fight against Covid-19. After reviewing hundreds of air purifiers, the TDSB chose to deploy thousands of Austin Air HealthMate Air...