Help Reduce Smoke in the Home from Wildfires; The American Lung Association Health House Project and 3M Offer Booklet With Home Air Quality Tips
Apr 25, 2001, 01:00 ET from American Lung Association and 3M
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MIAMI, April 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Smoke from the ongoing wildfires in
Florida can travel hundreds of miles -- exposing millions of people to higher
than normal levels of indoor air pollution. Such pollution can result in
increased respiratory problems, particularly for those with allergies and
asthma.
According to a recent report released by the American Lung Association
Health House Project and 3M, choosing a high efficiency furnace filter can
make a big difference in removing smoke and other pollutants inside the home.
For dozens more tips on how to reduce indoor air pollution, the American Lung
Association Health House Project and 3M are offering "A Guide for Creating a
Healthier Home." This booklet can be obtained free-of-charge by sending an
e-mail with name and mailing address to: 3mfiltrete@3mservice.montagenet.com
or by calling 1-800-388-3458.
(Photo of booklet: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20010412/NYFNSK01 )
Here are some tips from the booklet:
* Run the furnace fan continuously, regardless of the outdoor
temperature. To do so, set the furnace thermostat to the "on," rather
than the "auto," position.
* Have a professional inspect the furnace once a year to make sure that
air intake is adequate and the unit is operating at peak efficiency.
A smooth-running furnace helps the filter capture more smoke particles
in the home.
* Use a high efficiency furnace filter, such as a Filtrete filter from
3M, and replace it every two to three months. A high efficiency
filter not only protects the furnace, but can also capture up to
30 times more pollutants such as smoke, pet dander and pollen than
standard fiberglass filters.
* Prohibit smoking in the home.
* Make sure gas cooking appliances are vented to the outdoors.
Filtrete is a 3M trademark.
The American Lung Association and the Association's Health House Project
do not endorse products.
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MIAMI, April 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Smoke from the ongoing wildfires in
Florida can travel hundreds of miles -- exposing millions of people to higher
than normal levels of indoor air pollution. Such pollution can result in
increased respiratory problems, particularly for those with allergies and
asthma.
According to a recent report released by the American Lung Association
Health House Project and 3M, choosing a high efficiency furnace filter can
make a big difference in removing smoke and other pollutants inside the home.
For dozens more tips on how to reduce indoor air pollution, the American Lung
Association Health House Project and 3M are offering "A Guide for Creating a
Healthier Home." This booklet can be obtained free-of-charge by sending an
e-mail with name and mailing address to: 3mfiltrete@3mservice.montagenet.com
or by calling 1-800-388-3458.
(Photo of booklet: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20010412/NYFNSK01 )
Here are some tips from the booklet:
* Run the furnace fan continuously, regardless of the outdoor
temperature. To do so, set the furnace thermostat to the "on," rather
than the "auto," position.
* Have a professional inspect the furnace once a year to make sure that
air intake is adequate and the unit is operating at peak efficiency.
A smooth-running furnace helps the filter capture more smoke particles
in the home.
* Use a high efficiency furnace filter, such as a Filtrete filter from
3M, and replace it every two to three months. A high efficiency
filter not only protects the furnace, but can also capture up to
30 times more pollutants such as smoke, pet dander and pollen than
standard fiberglass filters.
* Prohibit smoking in the home.
* Make sure gas cooking appliances are vented to the outdoors.
Filtrete is a 3M trademark.
The American Lung Association and the Association's Health House Project
do not endorse products.
MAKE YOUR OPINION COUNT - Click Here
http://tbutton.prnewswire.com/prn/11690X66043958
SOURCE American Lung Association and 3M
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