Asthma and breathing
4 million French people suffer from respiratory problems
In 2016, asthma affected nearly 4 million people in France, and the number of cases was certainly underestimated, according to allergist Pierre Hordé, interviewed by Le Monde newspaper on World Asthma Day. The causes: genetic factors, of course, but also environmental factors (outdoor air), seasonal factors (pollen), and surprisingly, indoor air pollution generated by our daily activities.
Our breathing is directly linked to indoor air quality.
“It’s less talked about, but indoor pollution is far greater than outdoor pollution,” Dr. Hordé told Le Monde. It originates from the many allergens present in our homes, such as pet dander, mold spores, or dust mites. But that’s not all. Gases and dust from our heating and cooking products pollute, as do household cleaning products (detergents, stripping agents), DIY products (glue, varnish), and even environmental tobacco smoke. The same goes for burning incense, scented candles and using air freshener sprays.
Others, smaller in size, penetrate deep into the respiratory tract, promoting the onset of immediate pathologies, particularly asthma. In the longer term, cancers or chronic obstructive bronchopathies (narrowing of the airways) can affect us.
Good practices to improve indoor air quality
To keep your home healthy, you will need to act simultaneously on the different sources of pollution. Dust mites tend to embed themselves in textiles, which you will therefore need to clean regularly (carpets, rugs, curtains…). Your pet, which is a nest of allergenic components, should not be allowed on your bedding and armchair. Damp and dark places promote the proliferation of mold spores; you will therefore need to monitor the humidity and light levels in your home.
Next, do not use air freshener sprays. They mask odors to the detriment of air quality. As for incense, candles, and room fragrances, it is best to ventilate immediately after use. Generally speaking, the Ministry of Ecological and Solidarity Transition recommends renewing the air in your home twice a day, as well as after each use of a cleaning or household product.
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Asthma causes respiratory discomfort, wheezing and coughing, especially during exercise. An asthma attack is characterized by the contraction of the bronchial muscles, associated with the secretion of large quantities of mucus which significantly reduce breathing capacity. All age groups are affected by asthma, but the World Health Organization specifies that it is the most common chronic disease in children.