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Inside This Issue…
4 Common Toxins In Your Home
And How To Remove Them…Page 1
Do You Make These Mistakes
On Your Resume?…Page 2
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Can A Hybrid Car Save You
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4 Hidden Toxins Might Be
In Your Home Right Now
Whether your homes is new or old, it may contain hidden toxins.
Here are four common toxins and how to make your home healthier:
1.
Mold,
a musty-smelling, black or greenish fungus that thrives on
moisture, and irritates your eyes and skin plus makes you cough.
What To Do:
Keep your house clean, dry, and well ventilated
especially in basements, kitchens, and bathrooms. Remove minor
mold with a mixture of vinegar and baking soda. If you find a large
amount, it may be inside a wall, so talk to a professional mold
removal service about cleaning it up.
2.
Chemical compounds,
including
formaldehyde
(in carpets,
upholstery, glues) can make your eyes and throat burn
;
benzene
(in
plastics, synthetic fibers, pesticides) can cause dizziness
;
and
trichloroethylene
(in paint removers, adhesives) can cause fatigue.
What To Do:
Read labels and buy household products wisely.
Store hazardous products on corrosion-resistant shelves and learn
how to safely recycle them at:
www.earth911.com
.
3.
Lead paint,
especially in homes built before 1978, can cause brain
damage in young children.
What To Do:
Check the paint in homes, particularly if you’re
planning to renovate. For details, go to:
www.epa.gov/lead
.
4.
Radon,
an odorless gas that comes from the breakdown of soil and
rock under your home is the second leading cause of lung cancer.
What To Do:
You can buy a radon test kit at a hardware store or
contact the state radon office for a list of qualified testers. To find a
certified radon contractor to fix a problem, go to this directory:
www.epa.gov/radon/whereyoulive.html