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Deadly Diseases Preventable With Air Filters

preventing diseases with air filters What is air pollution? According to the Environmental Pollution Center, "air pollution can be defined as the presence of toxic chemicals or compounds (including those of biological origin) in the air, at levels that pose a health risk." This means that air pollution is the presence of biologics or other chemicals or compounds living in your breathable air that can cause harm to humans. Air pollution has become an unintended consequence of our everyday lives. With the increase of cars, trucks, and factories, it has greatly affected the health of people worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that 4.2 million people die each year as a result of exposure to air pollution, making the air we breathe the world's largest environmental health risk. However, outdoor air pollution is not the only culprit. The indoor air we breathe can also put us at risk if it is polluted and not properly filtered before recirculating. This leads to the question: Are deadly diseases and other illnesses are preventable through the use of a home HVAC filter? Let's take a closer look at the top 3 health consequences to ourselves and families when the air in our homes is polluted.

Top Three Diseases Caused by Indoor Air Pollution

Stroke

Approximately 15 million people suffer a stroke worldwide each year and 33% of these cases are associated with exposure to indoor air pollutants in the home. Studies have shown that there is a direct connection between particulate matter (soil or dust particles, organic chemicals, allergens , sulphates, nitrates, and metals) and an increase in hospital admissions and death from strokes and transient ischemic attacks (TIA). TIAs, also known as 'mini-strokes', can lead to full ischemic strokes later.

Heart Disease

Air pollution is believed to have inflammatory effects on the heart which causes chronic cardiovascular problems. For anyone with underlying or already existing heart disease, the effects of air pollution is even greater. Just the mere exposure to the pollution can increase their heart rate and blood pressure. When the small particulates within polluted air enter into a person's blood stream, they begin to irritate the lungs and blood vessels around the heart. Lowering exposure to air pollution results in the reduction of this inflammation and improves the overall health of the lining of the blood vessels.

Lung Cancer

The World Health Organization also reports that lung cancer is the cause of approximately 6% of all fatalities attributed to indoor air pollution. Research studies have shown that household dust can contain toxic, cancer inducing compounds and chemicals in both significant varieties and quantities. A recent study reported that ~45 toxic chemicals were commonly found in the dust of many US households and homes. They also found that ten of these harmful chemicals were found in an estimated ninety percent (90%) of all the homes that were tested. Children are the most vulnerable members of the household, as the majority of dust collects at the ground level. The study also documented the most common chemicals seen were a variety of flame retardants that are directly linked to lung cancer. They can also cause further adverse reactions and effects on an individual's central nervous system.

The Role of Air Filters

Knowing these facts can be scary, but it also makes it clear how important it is to reduce exposure to air pollution indoors to prevent these deadly diseases. Reducing exposure to these potentially harmful toxins and chemicals saves lives. Although there isn't much we can do regarding exposure to outdoor air pollution, we CAN control the amount of pollution we are exposed to in our homes. By using high-quality air filters in your HVAC system, the number of pollutants you are exposed to is greatly reduced, therefore leaving you and your family healthier.

Air filtration provides a means to attain the highest level of indoor air quality possible in our homes. Air filters were originally intended to simply protect your HVAC system, but as filtration media became more refined and specialized, filters now clean contaminants, allergens, and other bothersome particles from indoor air using high-efficiency pleated air filters. This has resulted in a significant improvement in the ability to provide the cleanest air to breathe inside homes and businesses.

How do you choose the right filter for your home and your family? The first step is to select the level of filtration based on the types of particles you aim to prevent entering your "breathable air" with your air conditioning and furnace filters. You also want to choose a MERV rating that targets specific types of particles - such as mold spores, pollen or pet dander. The higher the rating, the smaller the particle that is captured. A general guideline for MERV ratings is:

  • MERV 8 – for mild allergies and average dust particles
  • MERV 11 – for moderate allergies and smaller dust particles
  • MERV 13 – for severe allergies and the finest dust particles

US Home Filter Carries AC Filters to Fit All HVAC Units

No matter which HVAC system you have, every unit needs a quality filter that fits properly in order to prevent deadly diseases by keeping your indoor air quality clean and your unit running at its maximum efficiency. US Home Filter can supply you with the best and most efficient HVAC filter available! Changing the filter is as important as changing the oil in your car and US Home Filter makes filters that fit all AC/HVAC units. From standard to custom air filters, to whole-house filtersgrille filters and humidifier filters, we have all of your filter needs covered!

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Selecting the filters that are just right for your home can be difficult and confusing at times. At US Home Filter we understand this, which is why we offer an experienced staff to help answer any questions you may have. For personal assistance with your air filter needs, please contact us now online or call us at (855) 237-1673 and we will do our very best to assist you in selecting the right filter for your individual needs. We want to earn your business and we guarantee your satisfaction! Take advantage of our quality products, vast selection, low prices, and enjoy FREE SHIPPING on every air filter order within the Contiguous USA.

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