Category Archives: Commercial

Smoking Bans Cause Tension

Smoking Bans Start Arguments Whether you puff on them, hate them – love them or berate them – cigarettes are being banned from more and more bars, restaurants and cafes across the country. Smoking bans seems to hit on a … Continue reading

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Business Owners: 4 Smoke Removal Mistakes to Avoid

Who wants to spend their night in a hazy, smokey bar or restaurant?  Here are 4 mistakes commonly made by business owners when buying smoke eaters:       For more information about how to keep your business smoke free … Continue reading

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6 Reasons To Put Out Your Cigarette

Nicotine is a drug that is ranked with heroine in terms of its addictiveness. By smoking substances like tobacco, the chemicals released in a gas form in the smoke are easily absorbed through delicate lung tissue and into the blood stream. The … Continue reading

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New Research: No “Safe” Amount of Secondhand Smoke

You might buy only organic produce, or closely regulate the amount of saturated fat you eat—but did you realize that your workplace might undo all the good you’ve done to stay healthy? Although recent legislature in many states has cut … Continue reading

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Just How Dangerous Is Mold?

During the fall months, mold often is a major component in making allergies unbearable.  Fallen leaves provice an ideal food source, because they also will hold in moisture, which is the key element in mold growth.  Beyond their ability to … Continue reading

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Most Parents Don’t Know About “Sick School Syndrome”

It is often taken for granted that schools are key to the spread of illness from child to child (or child to teacher). But beyond the nagging colds, stomach viruses and other more temporary maladies, did you know that your child … Continue reading

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Printers Proven to Contribute to Sick Building Syndrome

For several decades, the occurrence of Sick Building Syndrome (SBS) has become increasingly common. SBS shows how the effects of poor indoor air quality manifests itself in both commercial and residential buildings. Typically, most of the “problem” buildings are offices—where many people … Continue reading

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High-Style Design Will Soon Mean Healthier Air

Interior Designers and Architects will soon be making indoor air quality (IAQ) one of the foremost considerations when new building new structures.  Even as marvelous, energy-efficient commercial buildings took the stage, boasting sophisticated design and lower energy bills, cases of … Continue reading

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Allergic to Air Ducts?

If you are suffering from severe allergies or asthma, it is likely that you have found dozens of ways to avoid contact with allergens. Many of these tips, such as switching to anti-dust mite bedding, or removing sneakers before entering … Continue reading

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Pretty Nails, Ugly Health Concerns

Now that the summer weather has returned, women are once again heeding the call of the nail salon. One of my friends happily waited for over an hour to have her finger and toe nails painted the color of pink … Continue reading

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