DUST ALLERGIES

What Causes Dust Allergies?

It sounds nasty, but one piece of dust can contain pet dander, pieces of dead cockroaches, and mold spores, in addition to dead skin and dust mites.

Both cockroaches and pet dander are common allergy triggers, too. Cockroach waste, saliva, and body parts are a problem in some homes, particularly in the southern U.S.

How Can I Prevent Dust Allergy Symptoms?

The best strategy is to reduce your exposure to dust. Large numbers of dust mites can gather in mattresses, bedding, and upholstered furniture.

Start in the bedroom, where you probably spend the most time. Wear a mask while cleaning.

Bedroom Dust-Busting Tips

• Put airtight, plastic dust-mite covers on pillows, mattresses, and box springs.
• Use pillows filled with polyester fibers instead of kapok or feathers.
• Wash bedding in very hot water (over 130 F) once a week. The water needs to be this hot to kill dust mites. Dry the bedding in a hot dryer.
• If your bedroom is in a basement with a concrete floor, move upstairs if you can. Concrete stays damp and creates the moist, humid environment dust mites love.

Just for a added protective shield we suggest that you get some type of mattress cover.
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