Did you know that there is a World Asthma Day and a World Asthma month. Asthma month is the month of May and the day is, when else, May 6th. According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control) 22 million Americans, including 6.5 million children, suffer from asthma. This breathing disease not only results in over 2 million ER visits each year but, according to the NHLBI (National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute) accounts for $16 billion in healthcare pays and lost work. Although there are various disease triggers, the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), and the NPMA (National Pest Management Association) agreed that the presence of pests, mostly cockroaches and rodents, is what mostly causes it, especially in children.
NPMA experts offer these tips to help homeowners prevent pest infestations:
- Vacuum often to eliminate pest allergens.
- Dispose of garbage regularly.
- Keep food in sealed containers to prevent contamination.
- Properly ventilate basements and crawl spaces to eliminate harborage points.
- Seal cracks, holes and space around utility pipes that lead into the home.
- If you suspect an infestation, contact a licensed pest professional to inspect and treat the problem.
Monday, March 2, 2009
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Posted by Jessica at 6:24 AM
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Hi Jessica,
Do you have asthma, or does someone that you know have asthma? I'm just wondering why this is an important cause for you!
This is an excellent post, I just want to remind you to make sure to quote any information that is not directly from your own mind and to link to your sources. Also, make sure to write in your own words!
Comment if you want, just know I love reading them!
I chose Asma because, my dad has it. and my little sister might
Cool.
I use to have a friend that has asthma.
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