Abstract |
Asthma has become the most common chronic illness among children. Indoor environments appear to play a substantial role in the development of asthma. Recent studies indicate strong evidence of a causal relationship between exposure to certain indoor environmental pollutants and development and/or exacerbation of asthma in susceptible individuals. Allergens of concern include those produced by dust mites, cockroaches, cats, dogs, and molds. It is important to better understand this relationship and take preventive and corrective steps to reduce or eliminate these sources in schools, homes, and day care centers. Measures include tracking of asthma and allergic response incidents; monitoring for the presence of allergens and molds; effective cleaning procedures; prompt repair of water leaks and/or moisture problems; control of indoor relative humidity; and proper operation of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.
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Authors | B L Epstien |
Journal | The Journal of school nursing : the official publication of the National Association of School Nurses
(J Sch Nurs)
Vol. 17
Issue 5
Pg. 253-7
(Oct 2001)
ISSN: 1059-8405 [Print] United States |
PMID | 11885341
(Publication Type: Comparative Study, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
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Topics |
- Age Factors
- Air Pollution, Indoor
- Allergens
- Animals
- Asthma
(etiology, prevention & control)
- Cats
- Child
- Cockroaches
(immunology)
- Dogs
- Dust
(adverse effects)
- Fungi
(immunology)
- Humans
- Mites
(immunology)
- School Nursing
- Schools
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