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• Introduction to Antimicrobial Products or "Treated Articles"

  What kind of antimicrobial properties do they have?

• Back-To-School Asthma Alert

  The American Lung Association provides resources to counter peak asthma rates in back-to-school months of September and October.

• Wise Wood Burning

  If you intend to burn wood to help this winter's heating bill, check out these safety tips from the Chimney Safety Institute of America.

• Smoking in the House - How Bad is It, Really?

  You may be surprised to learn what it brings into the home environment.
• Carpet Cleaning

  What is a Hot Water Extraction ("Steam") Cleaning Method?

  "Live steam" is not employed in this cleaning method, only warm or hot water.

• Tips for a Healthier Kitchen

  Fixes for surprising sources of possible respiratory distress.

• Top 10 Ways To Combat Allergies Through Better Housekeeping

  Dr. Berger shares his tips for healthier housekeeping.

• Lead-based Paint Disclosure a Must

  EPA fines landlord $13,675 for lead-based paint disclosure violations.

• Silent Menace in Your Home: Carbon Monoxide

  It’s silent, colorless, odorless and tasteless, but it can be fatal.

• Clean Hands Help Keep Kids in School

  It may seem basic, but washing hands is often forgotten as a deterrent to illnesses that can keep children from their classwork.

• Bust Remodeling Dust

  Home improvement expert Danny Lipford lays out how to protect your home from construction dust.

• Consumer Reports: 8 Out Of 10 Chickens Tested Harbor Dangerous Bacteria

  Largest study of its kind shows highest percentage of dirty birds since CR began testing in 1998.

• Testing and Adjusting Garden Soils

  Not all dirt is created equal.

• Washday Helpers

  What improves your laundering, from enzyme prewashes to fabric softeners.

• Keep New Clothes New

  SDA provides advice for keeping new clothes clean and in good condition.

• Pet Meets Carpet (and Furniture)

  Damage to textiles from pet accidents only worsens as time goes by. Find out how to take the appropriate action early on.

• Laundry Detergent — How Enzymes are Changing Your Wash

  Adding enzymes to laundry detergents provides consumers with the cleanest wash yet.

• Deep Cleaning and Selecting A Carpet Cleaning Professional

  If you find that no matter how much you vacuum, your carpet still does not look like it used to, it may be time for deep cleaning. While there are do-it-yourself cleaning methods on the market, hiring a professional is often the safest, fastest and easiest option.

• New Web Site in Chinese Addresses Home and Environmental Concerns

  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has launched a new consolidated Chinese-language Web site as part of its ongoing effort to provide environmental information in English, Spanish and Chinese.

• Clean Coils Improve Energy Efficiency

  HVAC coils should be cleaned at regular intervals for optimum efficiency.

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