What affects the air in a hospital
Key parts of hospital air pollution include:
PM
Comes from surgeries, medical equipment, construction, and HVAC systems
CO2
Higher occupancy means a higher CO2 level
CO
It can come from ventilation systems, medical devices, and waste disposal
Ozone
Ozone generators disinfect water, air, and medical equipment
VOCs
Found in cleaning products, disinfectants, paints, adhesives, and medical gases
HCHO
Building materials such as pressed wood, carpets, furniture, and certain medical devices
Microbes
Patients, medical staff, the environment, food, and water
Air Pollutants in Hospitals
Common hospital air pollutants and their health effects
PM & PM10
It irritates the lungs and airways, leading to breathing problems.
VOCs
It irritates the eyes, the nose, and the throat.
CO
It lowers the amount of oxygen that the blood can carry
HCHO
Irritation, allergies, and breathing discomfort
Ozone
Airway irritation, and it worsens asthma
Microbes
It can cause lung and skin infections
Health Impacts
Poor air quality in hospitals can have a number of negative health effects, including:
DID YOU KNOW?
The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that indoor air pollution causes 4.3 million deaths each year worldwide.
Sources of air pollution in hospitals
Air pollutants in hospitals come from medical procedures (VOCs, aerosols), cleaning chemicals (VOC emissions), medical equipment (particulates), HVAC systems (recirculated pollutants), construction and renovations (dust, particles), and human activity (outdoor pollutants)
Air Quality Solutions
Air monitoring is a core part of managing hospital air. By monitoring the air, you can find the areas where it is poor and take steps to improve it.
Fresh Air Machine
The Prana Air fresh air machine is an advanced air cleaner. It removes up to 99.5% of pollution, allergens, and odours, while supplying enough oxygen. It is easy to use and maintain. You can control it with a mobile app or a remote. It is a great way to give patients, staff, and visitors healthier air.
- Fitted with multi-layer HEPA filters
- Rated for up to 99.5% efficiency
- Improves air ventilation
App Solutions
Our mobile and dashboard apps help you track and manage air quality in real time
The Comparison
The Prana Air Fresh Air Machine improves the air on the ward by filtering out pollution, allergens, and odours. It also delivers ample oxygen. Without it, the air may lack purification and oxygen. That can affect both patient recovery and infection control.
Without Fresh Air Solutions
- Increased risk of infection
- Reduced comfort level
- Increased absenteeism
With Fresh Air Solutions
- Increased work productivity
- Increased comfort level
- Reduced risk of infection
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Prana Air builds advanced air monitors designed for hospitals, so the indoor air stays healthier and safer for all.
Prana Air systems provide fresh, oxygen-rich air while filtering out pollution and odours. This supports patient recovery and tightens infection control. It also makes the healing space more comfortable for everyone.
Yes. Prana Air systems are built to fit in smoothly, with little disruption to the daily routine. Our team sets it up and stays on hand for support.
The fresh air machine removes a wide range of pollution, including VOCs, fine dust, odours, and allergens. Its filters clear it all out well.
Yes. Prana Air provides full upkeep and support, so the air monitoring system keeps running at its best.
Absolutely. Prana Air's simple platform lets you access live and past data from anywhere, so you can decide fast and act quickly when the air changes.
Yes. Prana Air's monitors follow industry standards for accuracy and dependability, so you get data that meets the required quality standards.
With accurate, live data, the Prana Air monitor lets you tackle air problems early, give better patient care, and protect staff health. It keeps the space safe and comfortable, which helps healing and recovery.
Industrial Applications
Whatever a business's size, Prana Air can help. We provide a wide range of smart, affordable, and highly accurate air quality solutions for many different industries.
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