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Allergies 6 of 6QuizQ1. What is the minimum number of deaths each year that are attributed to indoor air pollution in ...
26/04/2022

Allergies 6 of 6

Quiz
Q1. What is the minimum number of deaths each year that are attributed to indoor air pollution in the UK?
A1. 9000.
Q2. How much higher are indoor air levels of pollutants than outdoor levels?
A2. 2-10 times.
Q3. Name the three main culprits for causing an allergic reaction in your home
A3. House dust mite, mould and pets.
Q4. Where would you find dust mites?
A4. Bedding, carpets, soft furnishings and clothing.
Q5. Name two ways to control house dust mites
A5. Remove all carpets and vacuum hard floors regularly, use allergen proof covers on bedding, damp wipe all surfaces, vacuum all upholstered furniture, wash stuffed toys above 60C, reduce humidity and use an allergen balm round each nostril.
Q6. Where can you find moulds in the home?
A6. In damp, musty conditions so in un-cleaned fridges, decaying food, on window frames, on the soil of house plants, in bathrooms and kitchens.
Q7. Name two ways to avoid moulds in the home
A7. Ventilate, close bathroom and kitchen doors when they are in use, do not dry damp clothes indoors, remove houseplants, clean mould from window frames, do not use humidifiers, paraffin heaters or bottled gas.
Q8. What causes pet allergies?
A8. Proteins in their saliva, urine or dander.
Q9. Name two ways to reduce exposure to animal dander in the home
A9. Keep pets outside, do not let them sleep on soft furnishings, wash pet bedding on a hot wash, use an air purifier.
Q10. What medication can help with allergy symptoms?
A10. Non-sedating antihistamines, antihistamine nasal sprays or eye drops, asthma inhalers.

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Allergies 5 of 6QuizQ1. What is the minimum number of deaths each year that are attributed to indoor air pollution in ...
19/04/2022

Allergies 5 of 6

Quiz
Q1. What is the minimum number of deaths each year that are attributed to indoor air pollution in the UK?
Q2. How much higher are indoor air levels of pollutants than outdoor levels?
Q3. Name the three main culprits for causing an allergic reaction in your home
Q4. Where would you find dust mites?
Q5. Name two ways to control house dust mites
Q6. Where can you find moulds in the home?
Q7. Name two ways to avoid moulds in the home
Q8. What causes pet allergies?
Q9. Name two ways to reduce exposure to animal dander in the home
Q10. What medication can help with allergy symptoms?

Answers next week!

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Allergies 4 of 6Pet AllergensHere are some allergen control measures that may help to reduce symptoms:• Keep pets outsid...
12/04/2022

Allergies 4 of 6

Pet Allergens

Here are some allergen control measures that may help to reduce symptoms:
• Keep pets outside if possible and always out of the bedroom
• Do not allow pets to sit or sleep on soft furnishings
• Wash pet bedding regularly on a hot wash
• Remove horse riding clothes before entering your home
• Use an air purifier to help reduce airborne allergens

Treatments

There are medications available from your local pharmacy that may help to alleviate your symptoms such as non-sedating antihistamine tablets, antihistamine nasal sprays, eye drops and in severe cases asthma inhalers.

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Allergies 3 of 6MouldsMoulds flourish in damp environments and therefore one of the best ways to prevent their growth is...
05/04/2022

Allergies 3 of 6

Moulds

Moulds flourish in damp environments and therefore one of the best ways to prevent their growth is ventilation. Thorough cleaning of the kitchen, bathroom and utility room with subsequent ventilation will help prevent mould growth. Follow these instructions:
• Clean mould from window frames and dry any condensation.
• Do not let food decay. Clean and thoroughly dry your fridge
• Get rid of old foam pillows and mattresses
• Keep house plants to a minimum
• Do not use humidifiers
• Open windows and close internal doors when cooking, showering or bathing which helps prevent steam from entering other rooms.
• Do not hang wet clothes inside or over radiators.
• Avoid paraffin heaters and bottled gas

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Allergies 2 of 6What can you do to reduce the threat from house dust mites?Most efforts at controlling house dust mites ...
29/03/2022

Allergies 2 of 6

What can you do to reduce the threat from house dust mites?

Most efforts at controlling house dust mites should be aimed at areas of your home where you spend the majority of your time i.e. bedrooms and living areas. In the bedroom use allergen proof covers on all mattresses, duvets and pillow cases. All other bedding should be washed at 60c weekly.
If possible, remove all carpeting and vacuum regularly with a high filtration vacuum cleaner. Damp wipe all surfaces each week and use light washable cotton curtains so you can clean them frequently.
Vacuum all surfaces of upholstered furniture at least twice weekly. Washable stuffed toys should be cleaned at 60c frequently and non- washable ones should be put in the freezer for at least 12 hours.
Reduce the humidity in your home by increasing the ventilation and finally apply an effective allergen barrier balm around the edge of each of your nostrils to trap pollen or allergens and help prevent a reaction.

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Portholme Road
Selby
YO84QH

Opening Hours

Monday 8:45am - 8pm
Tuesday 8:45am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 8:45am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8:45am - 6:30pm
Friday 8:45am - 6:30pm

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+441757212120

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