Article: Air Quality Sciences Announces Material Emissions Verification Test for FEMA Manufactured Home Suppliers.

Hurricanes Katrina and Rita taught valuable lessons about emergency preparedness, disaster recovery and the importance of providing safe emergency housing for disaster victims. High levels of formaldehyde in some temporary housing raised health concerns for citizens of these ravaged areas. According to public health officials, acute and chronic health effects of formaldehyde exposure can vary depending on individual sensitivity. Formaldehyde exposure can result in upper respiratory tract irritation and can exacerbate respiratory diseases including asthma (see also Air Quality Sciences, Inc.).

To minimize formaldehyde and exposure to other volatile organic ...

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