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Are spray-on sunscreens safe?

Sunscreen in a can is easy to apply quickly and easily. But do the potential health hazards of this convenience outweigh its benefits? Learn more. Read More >

Minimize exposure to pesticides

When sprayed, pesticides form droplets that build up on surfaces and become airborne and inhalable. Read More >

Can an air purifier help prevent cognitive loss?

Can an air purifier make your smarter? Well, at the very least it might help protect whatever smarts you already have by reducing your exposure to particle air pollution. Read More >

Should you have your air ducts cleaned?

Air ducts are the pathways that deliver the indoor air you breathe. Under certain conditions, they make a perfect home for mold, pests and dust particles that could be blown into your home’s living spaces and trigger your allergies. Read More >

Getting to the bottom of basement issues

Basements can harbor many dangerous pollutants Learn more here. Read More >

Air quality issues that impact older homes

Older homes are charming. But older homes can also have unique air quality challenges that, left alone, offset their charm. Learn more. Read More >

Carbon monoxide is colorless, odorless and deadly

Carbon monoxide poisoning doesn’t always turn out so well. In fact, the U.S, Consumer Product Safety Commission calls carbon monoxide “The Invisible Killer.” The colorless, odorless and poisonous gas is responsible for 230,000 yearly hospital visits. Read More >

Air quality in your closet

From small spaces to luxurious walk-ins, closets make life easier and help organize our homes and our clothes. But closets can also be a significant source of indoor air pollution. Read More >

The truth about e-cigarettes

Cigarette smoking kills 7 million people a year. Learn how e-cigarettes keep smokers using nicotine. Read More >

Can flying make you sick?

One of the most common worries is catching a bug from a fellow traveler and coming down with a cold, the flu — or worse. Studies show that airline passengers are more likely to catch a cold during a flight than in their daily lives. Read More >

Your laminate floor could be toxic

Some laminate flooring may contain unsafe levels of cancer-causing formaldehyde. Learn more. Read More >

Is your heating system ready for winter?

Here are eight questions you can ask yourself to help you make sure your heating system is ready for the coming months. Read More >

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