Cleaning is essential to protecting our health in our homes, schools and workplaces. However, household and cleaning products—including soaps, polishes and grooming supplies—often include harmful chemicals. Even products advertised as “green” or “natural” may contain ingredients that can cause health problems. Some cleaning supplies can be flammable or corrosive. Fortunately, you can limit your exposure
Symptoms and causes By Mayo Clinic Staff Symptoms Mold allergy causes the same signs and symptoms that occur in other types of upper respiratory allergies. Signs and symptoms of allergic rhinitis caused by mold allergy can include: Sneezing Runny or stuffy nose Cough and postnasal drip Itchy eyes, nose and throat Watery eyes Dry, scaly
Several medical conditions can increase your risk for heart disease. If you have one of these conditions, you can take steps to control it and lower your risk. High Blood Pressure High blood pressure is a major risk factor for heart disease. It is a medical condition that occurs when the pressure of the blood
Asbestos refers to a group of six types of naturally occurring minerals. Asbestos minerals are made up of fine, durable fibers and are resistant to heat, fire and many chemicals. Once called the “miracle mineral” for such properties, asbestos was used in a slew of everyday products, from building materials to fireproof protective gear. It
The common disinfectant has a greater alcohol content than many other sources of alcohol. By David Oliver | Associate Editor, Social Media Oct. 25, 2016, at 10:30 a.m. MORE Health Buzz: Please Stop Drinking Hand Sanitizer MORE Hand sanitizer exposure reports ticked up to 19,729 last year, an increase from 17,821 in 2011. (GETTY IMAGES)
Ebola, previously known as Ebola hemorrhagic fever, is a rare and deadly disease caused by infection with one of the Ebola virus species. Ebola can cause disease in humans and nonhuman primates (monkeys, gorillas, and chimpanzees). Ebola is caused by infection with a virus of the family Filoviridae, genus Ebolavirus. There are five identified Ebola
