HEALTHY INDOOR AIR
Healthy indoor air is important everywhere, such as homes, offices, schools and other buildings. Good indoor air quality is essential for our health and well-being, as we spend a large part of our time indoors.
Poor indoor air quality can be caused by many different factors, like unclean air, humidity, mold, VOCs (volatile organic compounds), dust, allergens, tobacco smoke and chemicals. These factors can cause various health problems such as allergies, asthma, headaches, fatigue, eye irritation and respiratory problems. Read more about the symptoms caused by poor indoor air quality.
To maintain good indoor air quality, it is important to ensure regular ventilation, adequate humidity control, good cleaning and proper handling of chemicals. To improve indoor air quality, it may be necessary to carry out repairs or the installation of air purification systems. It is also essential that existing ventilation systems are in good working order. For example, cleaning the air handling unit, replacing filters, and cleaning the ventilation ducts is essential to ensure good indoor air quality. Read more about excessive humidity in living spaces.
It is particularly important to pay attention to indoor air quality for specific groups, such as people with allergies, asthma, children, and the elderly, who may be more sensitive to poor indoor air quality.
Authorities and health organizations often set guidelines and limit values for the air quality of indoors, which can be used to assess the severity of the situation and measures to be taken. If you suspect poor indoor air quality in your home or workplace, it is advisable to contact experts, for example indoor air experts or health professionals, who can help assess the situation and take remedial action if necessary.
It is important to highlight that this is general information about indoor air, and more detailed and up-to-date information can be obtained from local health authorities, research institutes or other experts who focus on indoor air quality.
