Sick building syndrome (SBS) describes a situation when the inhabitants of a building report various symptoms of illness, but these symptoms lessen when they spend time away from the building. Usually, the symptoms of sick building syndrome are headaches, feeling tired, unable to concentrate, nausea, irritation of the eyes, throat, or nose irritation; skin is itchy or…
Does poor indoor air quality and sick building syndrome ring any bell to you? Sick Building Syndrome (SBS) is a medical condition where people suffer from illness caused due to breathing poor indoor air quality. It comprises of various symptoms that occur to the occupants living in the home for a very long time, or…
Having a good home air quality in your living room, bedroom, or in the office space is extremely important for your health. Breathing polluted is dangerous. Polluted air has the ability to trigger the allergies, makes mold grow and implants bacteria and virus as the humidity of your indoors increases. That’s why it is important…
Diwali is a festival which embarks a new journey to the new year. This festival is widely celebrated in the country with enthusiasm and happiness. As the country gears up to celebrate the festival of lights and joy, people are equally worried about the after effects the celebration will leave behind. With every passing year, we…
Growing up in the capital city, I have seen the city’s weather change drastically in the last two decades. Considered to be the coldest metro city of the country during winters, Delhi has been experiencing extreme weather conditions lately. Pollution has completely taken control of the city and people are suffering every day. The level…
What do we understand by Indoor Air Quality? Indoor air quality refers to the air pollutants that are present in the building that has an adverse effect on human health, comfort or work performance. Monitoring indoor air quality is important as we spend about 90% of our precious time breathing indoor air. Unlike outdoor air,…
Delhi air quality is becoming worse year by year. The air in Delhi NCR fills with toxic air, putting the residents at serious of health risks and causes throat irritation and even spreading viral infection. Many health experts recommend wearing a pollution mask and stay inside while the air quality of Delhi is very bad.…
What are the benefits of air purifiers? How does an air purifier work? Do I even need an air purifier? When we talk about air purifiers, these questions come to mind. Understanding the benefits of air purifiers is equally important when it comes to the safety of your health. Breathing clean air even in indoors…
Buying an air purifier has become an absolute necessity these days. Especially in the metro cities due to rise in population, the level of pollution is increasing every day. People often confuse themselves by thinking they are safe inside than outdoors due to the rise in air pollution. However, it has been proven that we…
Indoor plants are becoming essential décor items these days. It is not only a fashion trend but also helps make our environment bearable. Indoor Air Pollution is very real. Sometimes the air that we breathe inside our comfortable homes is more harmful than the air outside. Every living being on this planet needs plants in…