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Dust Mites
Dust mites are microscopic arachnids that feed on dead skin. They infest beds and carpets by the tens of millions, and there can be as many as 1,000 mites in one gram of dust. They are a major problem because they cause can some wheezing, itching, other allergic reactions, and possibly asthma. There is no way to completely eliminate dust mites, but there are methods to control them through chemical control or avoidance. Our web site was created with the purpose of educating the public through informative articles and news about dust mites and related allergies.
We invite you to learn more by visiting our "what are dust mites" page. Also, you should visit the Articles section to read about other allergies and tips for controlling dust mites.
Dust Mite News
We strive to keep our visitors updated on the latest research and findings. The news summaries posted on our web page may include research into new ways to combat dust mite infestations and further education on the health problems they can cause.
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The Sun Herarld has some good tips, for reducing dust mites in your home, from a specialist in entomology. The tips include putting your rugs out intp the sunlight, use the vent fan in your bathroom after a shower to evacuate the moisture, and wash all bedding in HOT water.
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Very slowly, but surely hotels are learning to recognize travelers who suffer from allergies brought on mold, dust mites, and smoke. This recognition by hotel operators is good, but hypoallergenic hotel rooms will come at an increased price to travelers.
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A new study conducted by the Imperial College School of Medicine at the National Heart and Lung Institute in London concludes, contrary to previous beliefs, that allergens have no significant impact in causing childhood asthma. The researchers did find that kids were more likely to suffer with asthma and other allergies if their biological father had inherited a predisposition to allergies or if the child is a first born.
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Dr. Patrick Dean from the Mayo Foundation for Medi cal Education and Research offers from simple steps to keep dust mites away.
Those steps include controlling the environment, focusing on the bedroom, and cleaning with a difference.
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IAQ Singapore has launched a dust mites detection kit which allows you to check the level of dust mite allergen on a surface. This detection kit is reported to be easy to use and fast.
