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Water Quality Concerns in Urban vs. Rural Areas

Did you know that where you live can affect the quality of your water? How do urban areas compare to more rural ones? What about construction and livestock — do they impact water quality, and in what ways? This blog will dive into these questions and more. Plus, we’ll explore...

What to Do About the Dog Respiratory Illness Going Around

It’s been stealing headlines and worrying pet owners around the country: a mysterious dog respiratory illness that doesn’t respond as well to existing medications. In this blog, we’re talking about what this new “dog cough” is, what the symptoms look like, why it might be happening, and what you can...

Your Brita Water Filter Isn't Removing These Contaminants

You might very well have a refrigerator water filter — and that’s smart, considering there are all kinds of contaminants lurking in your tap water. One of the more common names in water filtration is Brita. If you’ve got a Brita water filter in your refrigerator (or on your tap or in...

Do Refrigerator Water Filters Work? (This Might Surprise You)

“My water is clean,” you think, as your refrigerator dispenses a cool glass. “Thank goodness I don’t have to worry about contaminants,” you say, as you pour another cup from that run-of-the-mill filtered pitcher on the counter. Wait. The filter in your refrigerator, on your faucet, or attached to...

What's Lurking in Your Tap Water?

Having tap water in your home is something you might not even think about. However, about two billion people in the world don’t have pure, accessible drinking water. And even if you do have it… have you realized that it might not be safe to drink? Your running water might be...

How to Stop Wheezing at Night

You get in your comfiest pajamas, lay down in bed, and curl up under the covers… and the coughing starts. You can’t seem to clear your throat, there’s a nonstop itchy and tingling sensation, and you end up feeling like you stayed up half the night coughing. What gives? What...

Can You Develop Asthma?

Tightness in your chest. A persistent, wheezy cough. Constant trouble catching your breath. You’ve got asthma, and it’s more than a nuisance, to say the least. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America says that about 25 million people in the country have it, or roughly one in every 13 people....

5 Reasons You Have Bad Home Air Quality

So many of us think that air pollution is a mysterious thing that only affects the outdoor environment. We think that once we head indoors to the comfort of our houses or offices, we’re safe from smoke, dust, smog, and other pollutants. However, what we don’t realize is that the air...

How to Remove Pet Odors from Your Home

Spot is your very best friend. Sassy is the best cat anyone could ask for. But your love for them doesn’t stop the strange smells they track into your home. Why do our pets smell so bad, and what can we do about these unpleasant odors? Why Do Our...

The Importance of Lung Health

Your lungs play an essential role in your body. They (seemingly effortlessly) handle the breathing process and distribute oxygen to the rest of the body. Without healthy lungs, even everyday tasks like talking and laughing can become challenging. It’s therefore essential for your overall health to keep your lungs in tip-top...

Which American Cities Have the Worst Air Quality?

A number of variables can impact the quality of the air you breathe. Your pets, VOCs, household cleaners, and wildfires can all hurt the air. Your location can play a role, too. So, what American cities have poor air quality? Let’s look at some of the top offenders in the...

What Causes Spring Allergies?

Exploring the great outdoors during spring comes with a price. As flowers and trees flourish once again, various particles are released into the air, triggering allergic reactions in millions of people around the globe. Are you a long-time spring allergy sufferer who's still having difficulty managing symptoms? Unfortunately, avoiding the...