Air Purifiers Help with Allergies
Are you a person who suffers from seasonal allergies? You’re not alone. In fact, according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, roughly 24.4 million Americans suffer from allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever.
Springtime allergies are no joke, with trees and other plants producing an immense amount of pollen and other allergens into the air. Furthermore, if you live in an area that receives a moderate amount of rainfall, increased mold is likely to also be present in the air. Combined with other typical all year-round allergens like dust and pet dander, spring is usually the worst season for allergies.
Overall, allergy symptoms can negatively impact comfort levels, the day’s activities, and also even affect sleep quality. Seasonal allergies can also trigger asthma symptoms in some people, making it difficult for them to breathe and be comfortable. Allergens like pollen and dust in a building also lower the building’s indoor air quality (IAQ), with poor IAQ linked to many health issues.
Seasonal allergies also negatively impact businesses, with decreased work attendance, and work performance, and lower overall well-being of employees. Allergies also greatly affect schools in many locations throughout the world, with students and staff experiencing lower attendance, test performance, and focus.
What Causes Seasonal Allergies?
Simplified diagram of the immune system in response to the exposure of pollen, which can lead to seasonal allergy symptoms.
The body is full of immune cells designed to fight intruders, and they do this job sometimes a little too well, going after harmless particles like pollen. Certain types of immune cells produce antibodies against what they consider to be an “intruder.” The production of antibodies causes a release in another immune chemical called histamine. Histamine causes your blood vessels to dilate, which causes inflammation. It also causes an increase in mucus, sneezing, and watery eyes, all of which are meant to help you get rid of the “intruder.” Sometimes, the reaction to the harmless substance can also affect the respiratory airways and lungs, leading to asthma symptoms.
The histamine release during an allergic reaction is why allergy medications are often referred to as antihistamines, as they are developed to prevent the release of histamines, and thus the allergic response that causes so much misery.
Although medications can help relieve seasonal allergy symptoms and help prevent their onset, there is another way to help reduce the amount of allergens inside and keep the air clean indoors.
HEPA Air Purifiers Help Prevent Allergies
A HEPA air purifier can bring significant allergy relief to indoor occupants, helping schools, businesses, and residences continue their daily activities.
One of the most effective ways to prevent seasonal allergy symptoms is through the implementation of a HEPA air purifier. Staying indoors is not an effective solution to stopping seasonal allergy onset because outdoor air will continue to come indoors, whether through ventilation, every time a door or window opens, and even getting into your home or workplace on your shoes and clothes.
By investing in a HEPA air purifier, you can remove 99.99% of airborne particles, including pollen, pet dander, and mold, providing significant relief from seasonal allergies. HEPA air purifiers also serve as excellent protection against germs, including bacteria and viruses.
By eliminating allergens from the air, businesses can experience higher productivity and fewer sick days from employees, while schools can expect better focus and well-being from students, teachers, and staff. As a residential investment, a whole-home HEPA air purification system can provide clean air to every room of the home, protecting everyone inside.
ISO-Aire HEPA Air Purifiers are an Effective Indoor Air Quality Solution for Allergies
ISO-Aire HEPA air purifiers are well-equipped to deliver allergy relief, pulling allergens like pollen and pet dander down away from the breathing zone, while “throwing” clean air up high.
As a commercial-grade, 99.99% effective, HEPA air purifier, ISO-Aire offers a high-quality clean air solution for those looking to prevent seasonal and environmental allergies. Residences, schools, and businesses nationwide have seen an improvement in indoor air quality, including allergy relief, after investing in ISO-Aire. Equipped with up to three levels of clean air technology, including a 12 in.-thick HEPA filter, and optional ozone-free bipolar ionization and germicidal UVC, our medical-grade air purifiers are portable and whisper-quiet, so as not to disrupt the space. ISO-Aire HEPA air purifiers are built to last, far outlasting competitor models, with a lifespan of 20+ years.
Interested in learning more about ISO-Aire? Contact our team of air quality specialists at 651-265-0605 or at info@iso-aire.com.
