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August 21, 2009 By Jim Rosenthal

Ozone Reactions with Skin Oils Create Irritants

Ozone found in indoor environments reacts with human skin oils to produce chemicals that irritate the skin and lungs according to researchers in Austria and the United States.    In a study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Science Armin Wisthaler of the Leopold Franzens University in Austria and Charles Weschler of Rutgers University … More

Filed Under: Articles, Asthma, Environmental Causes for Asthma, Indoor Air Quality, Ozone Reactions in Indoor Air, Respiratory Health

July 17, 2009 By Jim Rosenthal

Is There a Connection Between Increased Use of Central Air Conditioning and Asthma?

A recent article claims that the increased use of central air conditioning systems in homes over the past 30 years has lead to an increase in asthma.  But is this really the case or is it that both factors have increased and the association between the two is just coincidental?    There is good reason … More

Filed Under: Articles, Asthma, Environmental Causes for Asthma, Indoor Air Quality, Respiratory Health

June 29, 2009 By Jim Rosenthal

Asthma Symptoms Increase With Higher Indoor Particle Levels

This recent study provides some insight into the relationship of indoor air quality and respiratory health.    It is clear that higher indoor air pollution leads to an increase in the severity of asthma symptoms.  But do we really know any more about what leads to the problems and what to do about it?

Filed Under: Air Filtration, Articles, Asthma, Indoor Air Quality, Respiratory Health

June 23, 2009 By Jim Rosenthal

Proper Air Filtration for Healthcare Facilities

There are few places where indoor air quality (IAQ) is of greater concern than hospitals and other healthcare facilities.  Proper air filtration including filter selection, installation and maintenance plays an important role in this area.  This article will focus on the requirements for central ventilation filter selection in healthcare facilities, show how proper installation is … More

Filed Under: Air Filtration, Articles, Indoor Air Quality

March 1, 2009 By Jim Rosenthal

Do Some Air Filter Materials React With Ozone to Create Building Related Symptoms?

Does a Recent Analysis of BASE Data Really Show a Connection Between Synthetic Air Filters and Building Related Symptoms?

Filed Under: Air Filtration, Articles, Indoor Air Quality

December 15, 2008 By Jim Rosenthal

Researchers Confirm Some Air Cleaners Generate Ultrafine Particles

A University of Texas Study confirms that some air cleaners actually increase ultrafine particles and formaldehyde.

Filed Under: Air Filtration, Articles, Indoor Air Quality, Ozone Reactions in Indoor Air

August 16, 2007 By Jim Rosenthal

Sorting Fact from Fiction on Health Effects of Mould

Leading Asthma and Allergy Experts Discuss the Most Recent Scientific Evidence on Health Effects of Mould Several years ago I had the pleasure of attending a joint meeting of the National Air Filtration Association and the Indoor Air Quality Association. One of the key speakers was Dr. Michael Rinaldi of the University of Texas Health … More

Filed Under: Allergies, Articles, Asthma, Indoor Air Quality, Mold (mould)

September 8, 2005 By Jim Rosenthal

Filter Needs in the LEED Rating System

Building owners obtain points in LEED system with proper filtration. The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System represents the U.S. Green Building Council’s effort to provide a national standard for what constitutes a “green building.” It is a design guideline and third-party certification tool that has become increasingly popular over … More

Filed Under: Air Filtration, Articles, Indoor Air Quality

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