– Radon arises naturally from the ground and could cause fatal lung cancer. Purchase a testing kit to find out if the radon level in your home is dangerously high.
Don't Smoke
– When you smoke, you not only harm yourself but also create problems for other people's health.
Don't Use Wood Stoves
– Wood stoves emit large amounts of CO indoors. This can build up in your home and create a dangerous health risk.
Drive Less
– Cars are one of the largest sources of air pollution. You should carpool or take public transportation whenever possible.
Have Plants
– Plants can absorb some dangerous chemicals that are polluting your air. In doing so, they reduce your risk of getting sick.
Look For Asbestos
– Many old homes still contain asbestos from when they were built. Asbestos can get into your lungs, stomach, and chest, causing problems that can prove fatal. As a result, you should look around your home for asbestos that is crumbling or loose and remove it.
Minimize Air Conditioning
– If you can avoid air-conditioning, do so. By keeping windows and shades shut, you may be able to avoid needing air conditioning, which will mean using less energy.
Use Efficient Appliances
– To cut down on energy usage, buy energy-efficient home appliances. Less energy usage will not only decrease pollution, it will decrease your energy bill too.
Watch Out For Formaldehyde
– Don't buy products containing formaldehyde because it can enter the air and cause chronic respiratory problems.
All of these can be summarized in three words: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
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