EXPERT WARNING: Could Your Appliances Be Making Your Allergies Worse? 🤧🏠

Publish date
Tuesday, 29 Apr 2025, 5:22AM

Spring may bring flowers and sunshine β€” but for 13 million people across the UK, HAHA I live in NZ...... Any way it also brings a hay fever nightmare. And according to a new expert warning, some of your household appliances could secretly be making it worse.


🧹 What’s the Problem?

  • Certain appliances β€” particularly air conditioners, fans, and vacuum cleaners β€” can actually stir up pollen, dust, and allergens inside your home.

  • Older models or appliances without proper filters don’t just move air β€” they can blast allergens directly into your face.

  • And if your appliances aren't cleaned regularly, they can become traps for pollen, Mold, and dust mites β€” creating a perfect storm for hay fever sufferers.


🧠 Expert Advice:

  • βœ… Do your research before buying new appliances β€” look for ones with HEPA filters or allergy-friendly certifications.

  • βœ… Clean and maintain appliances often, especially filters, vents, and dust-collecting parts.

  • βœ… Keep windows closed when pollen counts are high, even if it's tempting to air things out.

  • βœ… Vacuum with a HEPA-filter vacuum and dust with a damp cloth to trap allergens, not spread them.

If your hay fever feels worse inside than outside, your appliances might be part of the problem.

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