How to make the rest of your home Asthma-Safe: Try doing any of these!

FLOORS:

• If possible, remove carpets.
• If you can’t remove carpets, vacuum carpets every week. (Vacuums with a high-efficiency particulate air filter (HEPA) are best.)
• Mop hardwood floors each week with a damp cloth to collect dust particles.

PETS AND ANIMALS:

• If possible, find new homes for pets, it is the best way to get rid of animal hair.
• If finding a new home for pets is not possible, keep pets out of the bedroom, off of couches or chairs, and away from carpets.
• Keep pets outdoors and wash pets frequently (yes, even cats!)
• Fill holes where mice can enter using steel wool.

AIR:

• Clean air ducts and filters for heating, ventilation and air conditioning.
• Reduce indoor humidity to less than 50% with a dehumidifier.
• Do-not smoke in the house. Smoke leaves material on the walls, hands, clothes, etc. that can trigger asthma.
• Avoid using strong-smelling products such as cleaning products, air-freshener sprays, incense and perfumes.
• If possible, use air conditioning to take advantage of air filter.
• Avoid using wood-burning stoves and fireplaces.