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Free Guide to Reducing Allergens and Irritants in the Home
in Allergies, on November 1, 2009
...aintenance and environmental control in every room of the house. Advice includes how to kill dust mites, what categories of certified products are available and steps to minimize exposure to common ir...
Seen that? - Asthma Drug Advair, Deadly?
in Allergies, on October 4, 2009
...r risk of developing allergic asthma. Indoor allergens commonly found in inner cities, such as dust mites, cockroaches, molds and animal dander, are significant allergens that may contribute to the pr...
Eco-friendly Pesticides Derived from Herbal Essentail Oils
in The Biotech Weblog, on August 17, 2009
... success in protecting organic strawberry, spinach, and tomato crops against destructive aphids and mites, the researcher says.
While conventional pesticides are still more effective in combating ...
Causes of Allergic Conjunctivitis
in Allergies, on July 22, 2009
...vitis . The possible culprits?
* Pollen (hay fever)
* Animal fur
* Eye drops
* Make-up
* Dust mites
Read more about allergic conjunctivitis here .
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Asthma and Allergy Friendly Large Capacity Washing Machine
in Allergies, on July 19, 2009
... temperature above the recommended 131°F by the National Institutes of Health to kill dust mites and reduce pet dander. But this newer model is an ultra-large capacity washer, and at 4.5 cubic feet is...
Rite Aid for Allergies
in Allergies, on March 27, 2009
...f allergy products available at Rite Aid;
* Nonseasonal allergies such as pet dander, mold or dust mites;
* Detailed instructions on how to reduce allergens within the home;
* Information on reacti...
Aller-Ease Protective Beddings for an Allergen-Free Bed
in Allergies, on March 25, 2009
...for allergens. Pillows and mattresses provide the perfect environment for collecting dust and dust mites, mold spores, pet dander and other microscopic allergens.
Simply encasing your mattress and pi...
Does Your Cat Suffer from Allergies?
in Allergies, on December 22, 2008
...ching.
Inhalant: the equivalent of nasal allergies in people, these are allergic reactions to dust mites, mildew, mold, or pollen.
See the Pet's Doctor for more info, including possible tre...
11 Unusual Allergy Triggers
in Allergies, on September 30, 2008
...the problem, you've got to pinpoint the problem!
It could be the usual suspects - pollen, dust mites, pet dander. None of the above? Check out this slideshow from Health magazine and see if you...
Vaccine Allergies
in Allergies, on September 11, 2008
...rept into our sphere of reality. Food allergies, and later allergies to insect stings, pollen, dust mites, as well as asthma, became a big topic in our household.
This time around, with my second chi...
Researchers Identify Key Allergy Gene
in Allergies, on August 29, 2008
...e system becomes biased and produces IgE antibodies against harmless agents such as pollen, dust mites or animal hair. These IgE antibodies then work in conjunction with certain cells to get rid of th...
Clorox Anywhere® Anti-Allergen Fabric Spray
in Allergies, on August 27, 2008
...such as leather, wool, silk and mohair.
By common indoor allergens , they were referring to dust mites, cat dander and pet dander. Ninety percent gone, by just spraying? Sounds too good to be true. ...
Nasal Allergies and Snoring
in Allergies, on July 25, 2008
... is more often a problem with chronic or year-round allergies. Sensitivities to pet dander and dust mites, allergens often found on the bed or in the bedroom, are particularly important in chronic sno...
Raycop Anti-Bacterial Hand Vacuum Won't Let Bedbugs Bite
in The Gadgets Weblog, on April 4, 2008
...ial Hand Vacuum has a UV-C Sterilizing lamp that can kill 99.9% of bacteria, and can eradicate dust mites and germs that may cause asthma. The vibrating pad also releases dust mites that are hooked to...
Hypoallergenic Flooring to Reduce Indoor Allergies
in Allergies, on February 13, 2008
...toys, aircon filters, dehumidifiers... these are just some of the places where allergy-causing dust mites and molds may accumulate. In addition, the type of flooring you have in your home can also hav...
LG's New Stainless Steel SteamWasher™ with Allergiene™
in Allergies, on January 21, 2008
...t-wash' temperature which is above 55oC (131oF) which is the temperature required to kill dust mites .
In the ASL Certification Testing facility they have been proven to kill dust mites .
Th...
Avoiding Indoor Allergies During Winter
in Allergies, on December 22, 2007
...lds.
Remember to not to overheat your rooms and keep it below 25C/77F to prevent to growth of dust mites. Vacuum cleaners with HEPA filters can also help you eliminate dust mites, dander and mold in ...
Allergies in School
in Allergies, on December 22, 2007
...y that he's " allergic to school ".
The usual culprits could be chalk dust, dust mites, dander from the class pet, or pollen for open windows (of course there's also food allerg...
Febreze Allergen Reducer
in Allergies, on December 21, 2007
...If you suffer from indoor allergies (allergic reaction to pet dander, molds, and dust mites), here's something that might help reduce your symptoms: Febreze Allergen Reducer .
Febreze All...
Pataday Relieves Eye Itchiness Due to Allergies
in Allergies, on November 16, 2007
... may benefit patients [who are allergic to] from ragweed, grass, and trees, as well as dander, dust mites, and cat hair," reported William Storms, MD, from the Williams Storms Allergy Clinic, c...
5 Ways to Minimize Indoor Allergies
in Allergies, on October 26, 2007
...e are the main points, followed by some notes from me:
1. Build a barrier - particularly to dust mites, the most common root for indoor allergies. Commonly co-habitating with us in our beds, carpet...
Dealing with Mold Allergies
in Allergies, on October 10, 2007
...Molds and their spores may trigger allergic reactions much like the way pollen and dust mites do. They are often one of the most common culprits for indoor allergies, although naturally, mold spores a...
Avoiding Allergies and Asthma in School
in Allergies, on August 27, 2007
...or schoolkids (and their parents) whose allergies are triggered by something else, such as:
Dust mites
Chalk dust
Pollen and molds
Exercise
Insect-stings
Animal dander from class p...
Dust Mite Allergies in a New Category
in Allergies, on August 17, 2007
... and it's just now that I've realized what a big booboo this is.
In the first place, dust mites are not insects. Yes, they are critters, or you may even want to call them bugs, but technical...
Allergenic-free Facilities from Thayer Lodging Group
in Allergies, on July 1, 2007
...ed to minimize contaminants and irritants, such as mold spores, yeast, bacteria, pollen, dust, dust mites and chlorine -- as well as their odors.
In Thayer Lodging Group "Pure Conference Rooms,&...
Danish Allergy Product Company, ALK-Abello A/S, Building Plant in Post Falls (Idaho)
in Allergies, on June 29, 2007
...lets.
Currently, the company has four products in its pipeline targeting grass pollen, house dust mites, ragweed and birch allergies.
The plant in Post Falls, Idaho is expected to open in 2009.
Fi...
Things you never knew about beauty
in Are you a beauty?, on June 27, 2007
... cream can kill you, there is such a thing as tanning bed addiction and that 10 varieties of mites live on your skin?
Me neither, but it's good to know someone is paying attention to details. ...
Laughter is the Best Medicine... Also for Allergies
in Allergies, on June 20, 2007
...als afterwards. Two milk feeds later, he also measured their babies' allergic reactions to dust mites and latex. Those infants whose mothers had laughed had markedly reduced reactions (Journal of ...
Mattress and Mattress Pads
in Allergies, on June 18, 2007
...you (and the debris you shed off) and the mattress. It prevent the proliferation of mildew and dust mites. Now these protective sheets are not cheap, either, so you'd want to take care of them pro...
Nambudripad's Allergy Elimination Technique (NAET) on Pets
in Allergies, on May 30, 2007
...the pup. Through this technique, she can treat food and environmental allergies, like house dust or mites. The technique is also relaxing for animals and, for Zeke, has made him a bit more calm in the...
Vacuum Cleaning and Indoor Allergies
in Allergies, on May 29, 2007
...uot; [high efficiency particulate air filter] filtration ". Without this, pollens, dust mites and other allergens are just pushed around instead of sucking them up. They also say that vacu...
Washing Laundry at Hot Temperatures Helps Against Allergies
in Allergies, on May 21, 2007
...hat washing laundry in hot water-- 140 degrees Fahrenheit (60 ºC) or higher --kills all house dust mites, compared with just 6.5% of dust mites in laundry washed at 104 degrees Fahrenheit (40 ºC), or ...
Moving Houses is Bad for My Allergies
in Allergies, on April 27, 2007
...orms, and I'm not exactly the exemplary housewife , so you can imagine the dust (and dust mites!) that have accumulated in the nooks and corners over the years. I would have enjoyed this exc...
What's Your Preferred Antihistamine?
in Allergies, on April 15, 2007
...nd sneezing bouts brought about by hay fever or allergies to other airborne irritants such as dust mites, mold spores , etc, what anithistamine do you take?
My pill of choice is Claritin (i...
Hollander Home Fashions New asthma friendly® Beddings and Pillows
in Allergies, on March 23, 2007
...lows and mattress pads.
Pillows and other bedding products can be home to millions of dust mites and other allergens that may aggravate these disorders. The new Hollander products are proven t...
Allergies and Asthma Due to Cockroaches
in Allergies, on March 19, 2007
...is a major contributor in the increasing rates of asthma and other respiratory ailments . Like dust mites, they can cause nasal allergies.
Dacey said the real hazard presented by Blattella germanica...
Season's Allergen "Hot-spots" Exposed
in Allergies, on March 17, 2007
... in the middle of our very homes.
While the most common indoor allergens are from pet dander, dust mites, and pollen from outdoors that settles on hard surfaces and fabrics around the house, such as ...
Allergy Shots: Effective But Unpopular
in Allergies, on March 6, 2007
...of course, there's the cost to consider, too.
If you have allergies pollen, mold spores, dust mites, cat dander, and insect stings, most likely, immunotherapy shots will help you. Do you have su...
Choosing Non-Allergenic Pillows
in Allergies, on March 5, 2007
...ue. In fact, while there are people who are allergic to the feathers, more are allergic to the dust mites and synthetic pillows are said to actually contain significantly more dust mites than feather ...
The Dust Mite That Doesn't Cause Allergies
in Allergies, on February 24, 2007
... trademark of Giant Microbes, Inc.
Unless you live in Antarctica, you've got millions of dust mites living in your house (and we didn't even count the ones in those corners you keep meaning ...
Coping with Cat Allergies
in Allergies, on February 19, 2007
...t in the freezer will kill off the dander.
And hey, freezing works for ridding stuff toys of dust mites , too!
As for the cats themselves, Dr. Hutchinson recommends washing them every 4 to 6 weeks ...
Nissan Develops Grape Seed Filter to Counter Pollen Allergies
in Allergies, on December 29, 2006
...es or other allergens. Polyphenol has the ability to neutralise allergens of cedar pollen and dust mites , and nissan 's researchers have taken advantage of this unique property to create a...
Alen Corporation Earns Seal of Approval from British Allergy Foundation
in Allergies, on December 24, 2006
...en air purifiers feature Allergy-HEPA filters that remove smoke, pollen, dust, animal dander, dust, mites, and more. The units use replacement filters that are easy to install and very affordable.
If...
Hard Surface Flooring Minimize Allergies
in Allergies, on December 19, 2006
...llergens in our home, particularly in the bedroom.
For those with very high sensitivities to dust mites, mold spores and other airborne particles, hypoallergenic beddings are often recommended. The ...
Cleanaer Liquid Ionizer Can Reduce Pollen, Dust and Cat Allergies
in Allergies, on December 8, 2006
...nd has been given the British Allergy Foundation Seal of Approval for the reduction of house dust mites and cat allergens.
How does it work?
The cleanaer produces a mist like spray. This spray ...
Choosing Allergy-Friendly Beddings and Pillows
in Allergies, on November 22, 2006
... If you have asthma or indoor allergies, particularly to dust mites, and are considering getting new beddings and pillows, you might want to wait a couple of weeks until the Allergy Standards Ltd ...
Generic Zyrtec Syrup Gets Tentative Approval from FDA
in Allergies, on November 3, 2006
... children 2 years of age and older
perennial allergic rhinitis due to allergens such as dust mites, animal dander and molds in adults and children 6 months of age and older , and
uncomplicate...
Win in the Allergy-Proof Bedroom Holiday Giveaway
in Allergies, on October 25, 2006
...educe allergy symptoms is to reduce exposure to allergens. For those with allergies to pollen, dust mites and other air-borne particles, staying indoors is always advised on the assumption that...
Inner-City Anti-IgE Therapy for Asthma
in Allergies, on October 19, 2006
...r risk of developing allergic asthma. Indoor allergens commonly found in inner cities, such as dust mites, cockroaches, molds and animal dander, are significant allergens that may contribute to...
Is It Time to Replace Your Mattress and Pillows?
in Allergies, on September 16, 2006
...er about 10 years, the weight of your mattress doubles? Imagine the amount of dust (and dust mites!), sweat, grime, hair, and other potential allergens accummulating on that piece of foam? No w...
Factors Affecting Dust Mite Levels in Your Bedroom
in Allergies, on August 26, 2006
...ountries in Europe, I can also imagine the same would apply in US homes (and elsewhere), where dust mites has been found in detectable levels in most homes. An oldish study published in 2001 indicat...
Tips on Travelling With Allergies and Asthma
in Allergies, on July 12, 2006
...windows and turn on the air-con about 10 minutes before you start the drive to help get rid of dust mites and molds in the system.
Close the windows and use the air-con during the drive if you have ...
Xolair For Treating Allergic Asthma
in Allergies, on July 5, 2006
...th. The only difference is that allergic asthma si triggered by the inhaling allergens such as dust mites, pet dander, pollens, mold, etc., which subsequently results to swollen and inflamed lung pass...
Hypoallergenic Pillows: Synthetic or Feathers?
in Allergies, on June 27, 2006
...tudy recently at the University of Manchester in England, synthetic pillows usually have more dust mites and fungi than feather pillows (there's a "miniature ecosystem" in all of them,...
Dust Mites and Allergic Asthma
in Allergies, on June 27, 2006
...icles. You often change the curtains, the bedsheets, use hypoallergenic pillows, etc., just so dust mites won't co-habitate with you.
You're sweaty, tired and just finished the last load of ...
Exposure to Certain Mold Spores Increases Risks for Multiple Allergies
in Allergies, on June 16, 2006
...and that infants exposed to these molds were more likely to develop allergies to mold, pollen, dust mites, pet dander and certain foods as they grew older.
Air samples were collected for a total of 4...
Getting Rid of Dust Mites on Stuffed Toys
in Allergies, on May 3, 2006
...ddy bears and other delicates?
One option is to FREEZE them for about 24 hours. That will kill the mites, without harming the item. Still, you'll have to rinse the item, though, to get rid of the...
Managing Asthma During Pregnancy
in Allergies, on May 2, 2006
... .
Of course, the best course is to avoid trigerring and an asthma episode, such as smoke, dust mites and other known irritants. In cases of severe attacks, however, it is wiser for pregnant women...
Vacuum Cleaner Detects Allergy Causing Pollens and Dust
in Allergies, on April 10, 2006
...th an innovative vacuum cleaner specifically for those allergic to pollens, ticks and dust (or dust mites).
The cleaner, aimed at consumers sensitive to dust, has a sensor that can detect dust as sm...
Nasal hygeine
in Straightfromthedoc, on January 2, 2006
... with a humidifier is also recommended, provided the device is kept clean to prevent growth of dust mites and mold that develop within the moist unit.
The respiratory tract generally enjoys a moist e...
The Really Great Networking Conversation
in The Social Networking Weblog, on November 27, 2005
By now, you'd have to have lived in a cave in Afghanistan for the last decade not to know the importance of networking. Whether you're job-hunting, or growing your business, or just striding into the exciting world of networking, you need to know how to talk. And listen. But bey...
Allergies are commonplace
in Straightfromthedoc, on August 6, 2005
... Americans are allergic to at least one or more common allergy -causing substances, like dust mites, rye grass, and ragweed.
A nationwide health survey shows that 54% of Americans aged 6 to 59 ...