HOUSEHOLD CHEMICALS.ZIP

I heard that new carpet can make people sick? Is this true?  

created at May 19, 2009   126  
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, like many other household products and furnishings, new carpet can be a source of chemical emissions. Carpet emits volatile organic compounds, as do products that accompany carpet installation such as adhes...
I heard that new carpet can make people sick? Is this true?

What kind of effects do tobacco smoke and other irritants have on the sinuses?  

created at May 08, 2009   81  
Tobacco smoke and various other irritants may cause worsening of symptoms. Those irritants include auto exhaust, gasoline fumes, paint fumes, perfume, roach spray and household chemicals such as bleach, etc. Cigarette smoke paralyzes the tiny hairs (cilia)...