Airborne diseases begin as tiny pathogenic microbes which are discharged when an infected individual sneezes, coughs, or merely speaks. These microbes can stay suspended in air for an extended period of time, to eventually be inhaled by someone else. Upon breathing in...
Anyone who has flown may remember their first experience being above normal breathable atmosphere. While it’s astounding that breathable air is even possible while hurtling through the air in a metal tube, you might have experienced a sore throat, watery eyes, or...
Seasonal allergies, often referred to as Hay Fever, affects more than 30% of adults worldwide. The largest contributing factor of seasonal allergies is pollen, which is emitted into the air by a variety of grasses, trees, and other plants. The body’s immune system...
Particulate matter is all around us, in fact, the human eye can see particles down to about 40 microns in size. Although, there’s a whole world of harmful particulates that we can’t perceive without powerful scientific tools. When it comes to imperceivable airborne...
Pollen is the main contributing cause of seasonal allergies nationwide. It is produced by a variety of grasses, weeds, and trees. Most people affected with seasonal allergies experience mildly irritating symptoms such as sneezing, watery eyes, stuffy nose, or...
It’s commonly understood that mankind’s pollutants and emissions into the atmosphere can negatively impact the air quality of our environment. If this process is happening on a macro level, the thought becomes even more worrisome when you begin to think of your home...
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