Keep it Clean

How a Dirty Home Affects Your Health

It can trigger asthma attacks and/or set off allergy symptoms.
It can increase the risk from breathing problems (asthma, coughing, and shortness of breath).
It can increase exposure to dangerous chemicals (lead and household cleaners) that can cause poisoning and many other health problems.

Your home might pose some problems if you see:

Clear away clutter. Pick up things that do not belong on the floor, countertops, and furniture, and store them where they do belong.
Use safer cleaning products, and clean often.
Use a damp mop and damp dust cloth to clean.
Vacuum carefully and often. If possible, use a vacuum that has a HEPA filter, which picks up very small particles of dirt.
Wash bedding once a week, and use hot water to kill dust mites.
Leave your shoes at the door to keep dirt out of your home.
Put doormats at each door to trap dirt.
Keep pets off beds and out of the bedroom.
If possible, replace materials that are more difficult to clean (like carpets) with materials that are easier to clean (like wood or linoleum floors).