If there’s one thing I stress over and over again, it’s that not all household products are equal. Humidifiers are no different. They can be a breeding ground for bacteria, which can be circulated around the room and into the air you […]
Allergen removal, reduction, and avoidance in the home are now accepted as a vital part of an effective asthma and allergy management plan. That means families living with asthma and allergies can help reduce exposure to their triggers […]
The back to school season is stressful for any parent. You have to buy new clothes, new supplies, and new lunch boxes. Not to mention you have to figure out afterschool care. […]
This is a five-part blog series about the asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program’s impact.
Part 5 is finally here. I’m finally going to […]
If you’ve ever been in a freshly-painted room, you probably know that the strong fumes and odors can irritate your eyes, skin, and airways. This is largely due to potentially harmful chemicals—a.k.a. volatile organic compounds (VOCs)—commonly […]
Natura Helps Families Avoid Common Triggers While Painting
July 14, 2015 08:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time
MONTVALE, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Benjamin Moore, North America’s favorite paint, color and coatings brand, today announced its most environmentally friendly paint, Natura®, has been Certified asthma & allergy friendly® by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA). […]
This is a five-part blog series about the asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program’s impact.
The third post of this five-part series about […]
Earlier in the month we talked about one way to reduce asthma and allergy triggers in your carpet. But the
This is a five-part blog series about the asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program’s impact.
The second post of this five-part series […]
You’ve probably heard many times before that hard-surface flooring is best suited for reducing asthma and allergy triggers in your home. But what if you can’t rip up the carpet because you live in an apartment or because it’s too […]
This is the peak season for do-it-yourself projects, and maybe you already have your tape measure in hand, ready to tackle a bathroom remodel, open up the floor plan or finally reimagine that unfinished basement. There are plenty of considerations to […]
This is a five-part blog series about the asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program’s impact.
The first post […]
It’s wedding season once again and it seems like everyone you know is getting married.
Since asthma and allergies affects 1 out of 5 Americans, and over 50% of U.S. households, odds are the new couple […]
This is a five-part blog series about the asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program’s impact.
I think it’s important to […]
After a long winter, warmer weather is finally here! Thank goodness, right? That probably means you are soaking up the sun, the kids are playing outside, and your neighbors are hosting outdoor grilling parties.
Oh, and you’re probably sneezing, itching your eyes, and blowing […]
Who am I?
The name’s Bert. You may have seen me around before. My face is on the asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Mark that’s on thousands of product packages, on national TV commercials, and in every major store across the […]
Newly Certified Bona Free & Simple Hardwood Floor Cleaner® is a “Friendly” Option for Millions of People Living with Asthma, Allergies
(April 22, 2015 – Washington, DC) PRNewswire/USNewswire – The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) announced today that Bona Free & Simple Hardwood Floor Cleaner® has earned AAFA’s asthma & allergy friendly® […]
The asthma & allergy friendly ® Certification Program is pleased to announce the addition of a critical new member to our team. Ms. Alicia Elkin has joined the Certification Program as Brand Manager
Alicia works in AAFA’s headquarters near Washington, DC
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An air filtration machine (which manufacturers often call a “purifier”) may help remove irritants from the air. But not all models are that useful — or even healthy. What to consider — and avoid — when shopping.
CADR (clean air delivery rate) delineates the maximum square footage recommended in which to use the […]
Samsung’s First Ever Upright Vacuum Transforms Consumers’ Floor Care Routine
Easy to maneuver hybrid model features premium design that gives the gift of time;Canister vacuum also makes cleaning easier and more convenient than ever
Samsung Electronics America, Inc., America’s fastest growing appliance brand1, announced the world’s first Motion Sync Design® Upright Vacuum (VU7000) is now […]