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
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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 […]
While Efforts to Clean Surfaces and Hands Continue, New Report Finds Only 13 Percent of Americans Protect the Air They Breathe; Fellowes Introduces Four Step Process
ITASCA, Ill., Jan. 29, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Washing your hands and disinfecting indoor surfaces are not enough to protect your home this cold and flu season. Indoor air is up to […]
ITASCA, Ill., Nov. 12, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Fellowes®, Inc., announced today its newest home product innovation, the AeraMax® line of air purifiers. With state-of-the-art technology that automatically monitors air and adjusts its settings, the new AeraMax series helps families breathe easier in their homes – where air is up to […]
Newly Certified HEPA Portable Room Air Filters Will Help Millions of People Make More Educated Choices
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program announced today that it has certified the Fellowes® AeraMax line of air purifiers. The certification program, administered by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), was […]
CHAGRIN FALLS, Ohio, June 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — With people spending, on average, about 93% of their time indoors, it’s more important than ever to be conscious of Indoor Air Quality. Selecting flooring is about more than just choosing the right color and design–health should be a primary consideration. Tarkett, the leading provider of innovative […]
New Study Proves Stanley Steemer Process Removes Up To 97 Percent of Surface Allergens and Significant Amount of Airborne Allergens
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Welcome news for asthma and allergy sufferers as results from a new study confirm […]
All-in-One Model – Certified asthma & allergy friendly® by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America – Brings Innovative Clothing Care Option to More Consumers
ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., March 20 /PRNewswire/ — The first day of spring welcomes the start of allergy season. To help those suffering from common household allergies, LG Electronics today announced the […]
Color Your Home Healthy and Connect to the Power in Color with New Valspar Plus® Paint
CHICAGO, June 29, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — When it comes to home improvement, the 60 million Americans living with asthma and allergies can breathe a sigh of relief: Valspar Paint today announces the debut of Valspar Plus®, the first paint certified […]
Combines Warm Water Performance with Cold Water Savings From 6Motion® and ColdWash® Technologies
NEW YORK, Feb. 23 /PRNewswire/ — Incorporating exclusive new cold-water features that deliver the same performance as washing clothes in warm water, LG Electronics’ new flagship laundry system is the most energy-efficient front-loader on the market. New performance-enhancing and energy saving features, such […]
LG’s New Vacuum Cleaner Line with Kompressor® Technology Helps Consumers Take Better Care of Their Homes and Families
NEW YORK, Feb.17, 2010 – LG Electronics is adding to its innovative technologies for the home with the introduction of its first-ever line of vacuum cleaners in the United States. The launch marks the global expansion of the product […]
What began a few years ago as a trickle of performance products borrowing finishing and fiber technologies from sportswear, has escalated into a deluge of goods boasting a variety of solutions: anti-microbial, anti-bacterial, moisture control, heat regulation, blood oxygenating and collagen enhancing, to name just a few.
But what’s driving the trend? Are consumers more attuned […]
Allergy and Asthma Sufferers Can Now Sleep Protected and at Ease With Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Bedding
NEW YORK, March 25 /PRNewswire/ — London Luxury LLC, a leading manufacturer of innovative and premium home textile products, today announced that several of its luxurious, allergen-barrier products have been certified asthma & allergy friendly® by the Asthma and […]
WASHINGTON, Jan. 24 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The fast-growing asthma friendly(R) consumer product Certification Program administered by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) in partnership with the international research organization, Allergy Standards Limited (ASL), has been expanded to include Certified asthma & allergy friendly® products.
There are 20 million people with asthma and 50 […]
NEW YORK, Jan. 15, 2008 — The first washing machine proven to reduce allergens was introduced today by LG Electronics. The unique laundry cycle, called AllergieneTM, is now featured on the award-winning LG SteamWasherTM.
With […]
(December 5, 2007 — Washington, DC) The oldest and largest allergy patient advocacy organization in the world, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), is making the holidays a little brighter for children coast-to-coast who are hospitalized due to […]
YONKERS, N.Y., Aug. 30 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — While vacuum marketers continue to push allergen relief along with the usual cleaning, results from a new Consumer Reports test show that those promises mean less than they suggest. Months of rigorous testing on vacuums at all price levels also showed that some new names and designs didn’t cut […]
New Bedding Encasement Provides Most Advanced and Effective Layer of Defense Between You and the Millions of Harmful Micro-toxins in Your Bed
PROVIDENCE, R.I., April 24 /PRNewswire/ — Breathe a little easier and sleep a lot better this allergy season with CleanRest. A breakthrough new bedding encasement with patented MicronOne technology, CleanRest completely blocks micro-toxins, such […]