The American Lung Association says these steps will reduce indoor air pollution:
* Basement: Keep humidity levels below 50 percent. Add an air cleaning filter to the furnace or central air conditioning unit. Change the filter every three months.
* Living room: Wipe off items on shelves and tables at least every two weeks to reduce dust and pollen.
* Install a ventilation system to remove emissions of gases.
* Bedroom: Wash bed linens in hot (130 degree) water at least weekly to reduce exposure to dust mites.
* Bathroom: Avoid moisture buildup by running the exhaust fan frequently or cracking a window.
Rick Good spent ten years in the newspaper business, including with The News & Observer (Raleigh, NC) and The Greenville News (Greenville, SC). He co-wrote, with Melinda Coleman, Rutledge to Riley: Governors of South Carolina, 1776–Present (Published by The Greenville News), and is the author of Mind Games Trivia #1 (Amazon). He has recently spent 15 years creating original trivia content through Sounds Good Mobile Entertainment and continues that with his new company, SGME Software. He edits The Smart Reader’s money, real estate, and business coverage.
