Spring is a beautiful time of year. Trees flaunt their pink and white blossoms and birds come out to play. Unfortunately, seasonal allergies are a serious issue this time of year as well. Flower pollen, prairie ragweed and primrose are all serious allergy-causers in...
Indoor air pollution is one of the top environmental health risks. The best way to manage indoor air quality is through ventilation, bringing clean, filtered outdoor air inside. Whether because of weather, or poor outdoor air quality, having an alternate method to...
Good ventilation is important for keeping your home’s air clean, but during southeast Michigan’s cold winters, opening the windows isn’t often practical. Areas like Warren and Rochester just get too cold for that. That’s where air purifiers or...
Those sticky notes come in handy for a myriad of reasons, and this winter, when your furnace is out of sight and out of mind, post a sticky note on your refrigerator to remind yourself to check your furnace filter every four weeks and replace it at least once every...
Do you know what the top five environmental health risks are? According to the EPA, indoor air pollution is one of them. Particulate matter refers to small, often microscopic impurities found in the air. It originates from a wide variety of sources — pet dander,...
