Factors affecting air quality in hospitals
Key parts of hospital air pollution are:
PM
Comes from surgeries, medical equipment, construction and HVAC systems
CO2
Higher the footfall, higher the CO2 level
CO
It can come from ventilation systems, medical equipment as well as waste disposal
Ozone
Ozone generators are used for disinfecting water, air and medical equipment
VOCs
Found in cleaning agents, disinfectants, paints, adhesives as well as medical gases
HCHO
Building materials like pressed wood, carpets, furniture and some medical devices
Microbes
Patients, medical staff, the environment, food and water
Air Pollutants in Hospitals
Common air pollutants in hospitals and their health effects
PM & PM10
It irritates the lungs and airways, and breathing problems follow.
VOCs
It causes irritation in the eyes, nose and throat.
CO
It brings down how much oxygen the blood can carry
HCHO
Irritation, allergies and trouble in breathing
Ozone
Airway irritation, and asthma gets worse
Microbes
It can cause infections of the chest and skin
Health Impacts
Poor air quality in hospitals can have a number of negative health impacts, such as:
DO 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 renovation work (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 set it right.
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, and provides 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.
- Comes with multi-layer HEPA filters
- Offers up to 99.5% efficiency
- Improves air ventilation
App Solutions
Our mobile and dashboard apps help you monitor and manage the 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 provides ample oxygen. Without it, the air may lack purification and oxygen. That can affect both patient recovery and infection control.
Without Fresh Air Solutions
- Higher risk of infection
- Lower comfort level
- Higher absenteeism
With Fresh Air Solutions
- Higher work productivity
- Higher comfort level
- Lower risk of infection
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Prana Air builds advanced air monitors made for hospitals, so that the indoor air stays healthier and safer.
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.
Yes. Prana Air systems are designed to fit in smoothly, with minimum disruption to daily work. Our team sets it up and stays on hand for support.
The fresh air machine removes a wide range of pollution, including VOCs, fine particles, odours and allergens. Its filters clear all of it out well.
Yes. Prana Air offers complete upkeep and support so that the air monitoring system keeps running at its best.
Absolutely. Prana Air's simple platform lets you access live and past data remotely, so you can decide fast and act quickly whenever the air changes on the ward.
Yes. Prana Air's monitors follow industry standards for accuracy and dependability, so you get data that meets the required quality norms.
With accurate, live data, the Prana Air monitor lets you tackle air problems in time, give better patient care and protect staff health. It keeps the ward safe and comfortable, which helps healing and recovery.
Industrial Applications
Whether a business is small or large, Prana Air has a solution. We offer a wide choice of smart, affordable and highly accurate air quality solutions for various industries.
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