Everyday Toxins Affect Your Weight and Immune System
Are you struggling with your weight despite eating healthy and exercising? Or do you constantly find yourself under the weather, first to catch whatever is going around? The reason could be the everyday toxins you’re being exposed to – through the air you breathe, the food you eat, and everyday items you use. There is […]
American Heart Month and the Impact of Air Quality
It’s officially February – winter winds are still blowing but there are some highlights to look forward to. The Super Bowl on the 11th promises to deliver some excitement, couples will enjoy some special warmth on Valentine’s Day, and this year we have a quadrennial Leap Day to keep the calendar interesting. There’s one more […]
The Link Between Long-Haul COVID and Air Quality
Long-haul COVID is the phenomenon where people continue to experience persistent symptoms – or develop new symptoms – for four weeks or longer after the fever, cough, etc. of the acute phase of COVID-19 have resolved.1 It has many names: long COVID, post-acute COVID-19, long-term effects of COVID, chronic COVID, post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection […]
Does Poor Air Quality Impact Mortality?
In today’s modern world, the quality of the air we breathe has become a critical concern. For those of us in cities or suburbs, urbanization and highways shape the landscape and bring along pollutants. In rural regions, it’s industrial farming practices and mining activity that majorly impact the air quality. And with wildfires burning hotter […]
Women’s History Spotlight: Dr. Doris J. Rapp
March 1st marks the beginning of Women’s History Month, a time dedicated to recognizing the contributions, achievements, and resilience of women throughout history. As a women-led business, Austin Air proudly joins the global community in honoring this special month. One way to celebrate Women’s History Month is to amplify women who have made a positive impact […]
Spring Travel Hacks: Indoor Air Quality Edition
Now that daylight savings has passed us by, winter chills are giving way to warmth, and holidays like Easter, Passover, and Eid on the horizon, many of us are gearing up for spring travel. Or perhaps you’ve got a busy summer travel schedule to look forward to. As you prepare to embark on these journeys, […]
Spring Allergies 2024: Earlier and More Intense
The vernal equinox was Tuesday meaning spring has officially sprung! Soon we’ll be enjoying warmer temperatures and blooming flowers. Unfortunately, for many of us, seasonal allergies will also be here. As nature awakens from its winter slumber, so too do the plants that release the pollen which triggers sneezing fits and itchy eyes. And it’s […]
Investing in Workplace Air Quality is a Smart Business Move
In today’s fast-paced corporate landscape, every decision has a potential impact on profitability. The data has shown – it’s essential to recognize the correlation between employee health, productivity, and the quality of the air they breathe. The concept of air quality might conjure images of distant industrial smokestacks or polluted cityscapes, but it’s crucial to […]
Real Estate Debate: Buy An Older Home or Build a New One?
It’s on the horizon, that time of year when the real estate industry is booming with FOR SALE signs and open houses galore. Rental properties are also an especially hot commodity this time of year. Additionally, with winter weather gone contractors are busy with building new properties. All in all, the real estate industry is […]
Stroke Awareness: Air Quality Tied to Risk
May is here, bringing the vibrant blooms of spring and a vital reminder: it’s National Stroke Awareness Month in the United States (a.k.a. American Stroke Month). Strokes are one of the leading causes of death in the US and a major cause for adult disability which is why there’s a month devoted to educating the public about the […]