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Three reasons you need allergy testing

Simon Hahessy — Mon, 14 Jan 2019 19:48:20 +0000

Allergen exposures are always common outdoors, but many individuals are surprised to learn that they are also still susceptible to allergen exposure within their own home or office environments. Sources of allergens indoors include dust mites, cockroach and animal dander. Here at AirMD, we know how important allergy testing is, and that is why we have put together three reasons you may need allergy testing within your home or office:

1. It will help to locate and pinpoint where all allergens within your home or office are. This is a task that would be almost impossible without the aid of our allergy testing.

2. It helps to figure out how to reduce those specific present allergens which will help you avoid any repeat problems within the near future.

3. Our allergy testing will help ensure there are no repeat problems by giving you a detailed account of all allergens present and how you can reduce them.

AirMD’s allergy testing will assess the level of allergens that may be causing you, your family, or coworkers’ allergic reactions. We can pinpoint the source of any allergic exposure. We will always provide you with an allergy report that includes recommendations as well as suggestions to help you learn how to improve the quality of your indoor environment to help you avoid any future exposure or issues.

We help to identify the following allergens within your home or office:

• Cockroach allergens
• Pollen
• Dust particles
• Dust mites
• Pet dander

Call an AirMD consultant today to speak to them about our allergy testing and to schedule your appointment. Call 1-888-462-4763 or 1-888-Go-AIRMD. You can also look around our webpage to see what other services we offer.

Here is a list of some other services we offer:

• Asbestos testing
• Allergens
• Lead testing
• Mold testing
• Pesticide testing
• VOC testing
• Water testing
• Wellness testing
• Lead paint testing
• Lead testing
• Water quality

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Surprising things you may not know about heavy metals

Simon Hahessy — Sun, 16 Dec 2018 00:41:39 +0000

There are so many contaminants in our environment that can negatively impact our health. One group that individuals may not realize is adversely affecting their health is the exposure to heavy metals. This is why at AirMD, we believe heavy metal testing is such an important thing for so many family households. We have gathered together some surprising facts you may not know about heavy metals and hope it will encourage you to seek heavy metal testing within your own property.

Surprising facts you may not know about heavy metals:

1. They can be present in your water system, soil or in the air. Heavy metal testing is often recommended to homeowners due to how easily heavy metals can find their way into your indoor environment.

2. Arsenic, lead, mercury, and cadmium are examples of toxic heavy metals that can be found in your environment and can impact your health.

3. If left untreated, heavy metal exposure can lead to digestive problems, allergies, skin issues, headaches, depression, fatigue, and even loss of memory.

These are just a few surprising facts about heavy metals. The reason behind heavy metal testing is to ensure your family’s safety. Extended exposure to heavy metals can lead to a wide array of health complications that can easily be avoided with the proper heavy metal testing within your home.

Call AirMD today to speak with a consultant about having heavy metal testing conducted within your home. You can also call our consultant to set up your appointment for the heavy metal testing. Call 1-888-462-4763 or 1-888-Go-AIRMD. You can also look around our webpage to see what other services we offer.

Here is a list of some other services we offer:

• Allergens
• Asbestos testing
• Lead testing
• Mold testing
• Pesticide testing
• VOC testing
• Water testing
• Wellness testing
• Lead paint testing
• Lead testing
• Water quality

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Sick Building Syndrome

Simon Hahessy — Wed, 15 Jun 2016 14:12:48 +0000

Sick Building Syndrome
The term sick building syndrome was first used in 1986 to refer to the ailments of those who have been exposed to harmful toxins in their homes or office buildings. Poorly ventilated buildings containing toxins may be one reason for these illnesses.

Airborne toxins include the dyes in synthetic fibers, formaldehyde used in furniture manufacturing, cleaning products, and cigarette smoke. These toxins cannot escape from poorly-ventilated buildings, and people breathe them in. Since most of us spend 90% of our time indoors during the workweek, we are constantly breathing in these chemicals.

Symptoms include fatigue, nausea, headache, and dizziness. A person suffering from the illness may also experience eye, nose, and throat irritation. If the symptoms are not treated, they can develop into a more serious illness.

If symptoms begin when you enter your home or office and dissipate when you leave, there may be dangerous chemicals trapped inside. If you feel that your environment may be making you sick, contact a professional for air quality testing. AirMD offers chemical and volatile organic compound testing nationwide.

2. The Dangers of Pesticides

Laminate flooring possibly sold by lumber Liquidators has been said to cause environmental hazards in the home. The CDC reports that individuals suffered worsening asthma symptoms after being exposed to the flooring. In 2014, The Global Community monitor sued Lumber Liquidators for producing a product 13 times over the California limit for formaldehyde content.

Pesticides are also a common household pollutant. An EPA study has found that a shocking 80% of the pesticides we are exposed to on a daily basis are found in the home or office. Pesticides have staying power, and traces of DDT have been found in properties as late as 2009.

Terminix, an extermination company, was recently fined 10 million dollars for poisoning and nearly killing a family in the Virgin Islands. The U.S. Justice Department reports that Terminix utilized a pesticide named methyl bromide. Methyl bromide severely damages the central nervous system. Companies have been banned from using this pesticide for over three decades, yet it remains

AirMD is passionate about keeping your environment safe. They offer pesticide testing and also Advanced Wellness Testing to totally assess your home or office’s indoor environment.

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