Factors affecting hospital air quality
The key parts of hospital air pollution include:
PM
Comes from surgery, medical equipment, construction and HVAC systems
CO2
The greater the occupancy, the higher the CO2 level
CO
It can arise from ventilation systems, medical equipment and waste disposal
Ozone
Ozone generators are used to disinfect water, air and medical devices
VOCs
Found in cleaning agents, disinfectants, paints, glues and medical gases
HCHO
Building materials such as pressed wood, carpeting, furniture and certain medical devices
Microbes
Patients, staff, the surroundings, food and water sources
Air Pollutants in Hospitals
Common hospital air pollutants and their effects on health
PM & PM10
It irritates the lungs and airways, which results in breathing trouble.
VOCs
It irritates the eyes, nose and throat lining.
CO
It reduces the amount of oxygen the blood is able to carry
HCHO
Irritation, allergies and discomfort when breathing
Ozone
Airway irritation, and worse asthma
Microbes
It can lead to chest and skin infections
Health Impacts
Poor air quality in hospitals can have several harmful 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 stem from medical procedures (VOCs, aerosols), cleaning chemicals (VOC emissions), medical equipment (particulates), HVAC systems (recirculated pollutants), construction and renovation (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 fix 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 ample oxygen. It is easy to use and maintain. You can control it with a mobile app or a remote. It is an excellent way to give patients, staff and visitors healthier air.
- Fitted with multi-layer HEPA filters
- Achieves up to 99.5% efficiency
- Improves air ventilation
App Solutions
Our mobile and dashboard apps help you monitor and manage air quality as it happens
The Comparison
The Prana Air Fresh Air Machine raises the air quality 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
- Greater risk of infection
- Reduced comfort level
- Greater absenteeism
With Fresh Air Solutions
- Greater work productivity
- Improved 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 at all times.
Prana Air systems deliver 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, keeping disruption to daily work to a minimum. 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 out effectively.
Yes. Prana Air offers full upkeep and support, so the air monitoring system stays 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.
Yes. Prana Air's monitors follow industry standards for accuracy and dependability, so the data you get 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 ward safe and comfortable, and that helps healing and recovery.
Industrial Applications
Large or small, Prana Air has a fit for your business. We offer a wide choice of smart, affordable and highly accurate air quality solutions for many industries.
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