fumes

Triggers In The Air We Breathe

Triggers in the air include factory smoke and car exhaust fumes, cigarette smoke, fly sprays, strong perfumes and aerosol cleaning sprays. Some building materials and home furnishings give off fumes that might make asthma worse. Formaldehyde, in particle-board, is one of these.

What to do

  • Try to find what the trigger is.
  • Always carry your reliever medication with you.
  • Seal particle-board floors, shelves, stairs, and household fittings with polyurethane or an oil-based paint.
  • Ensure your home is well-ventilated so fumes do not accumulate.