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Article: Allergy relief in humid climates: dust mites are a problem in new homes in humid climates. What keeps them away? (IAQ).(Statistical Data Included)
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- Home Energy
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- March 1, 2002
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The increasing incidence of allergy and asthma, particularly among children, is a worldwide concern. About 20% of the general population suffer from allergies, and about 5% suffer from asthma. Among children the percentage of allergy sufferers is even higher. Since most of us stay indoors more than 90% of the time, the air quality in buildings is of paramount importance in maintaining respiratory health.
Energy-efficient buildings with tight building envelopes may make for poor indoor air quality--yet allergy-resistant houses must be airtight, well insulated, and well ventilated. One cannot control and filter the ventilation air unless the house is airtight, nor ...