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Indoor Air Pollution - Particulate Matter

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Did you know? #ParticulateMatter, commonly known as dust is a major source of indoor pollution as well. Keeping surfaces in your home clean and uncluttered along with vacuuming regularly can help. #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir #KnowYourAir

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Indoor Air Pollution - Chemicals in Air fresheners

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Did you know? #Phthalates, a toxic chemical found in air fresheners are not a solution for poor #AirQuality. Rather opening windows to bring in fresh air or using fans to maintain air circulation can help. #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir #KnowYourAir 

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Indoor Air Pollution - Chlorine in bathing water

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Did you know? #Chlorine mixed in bathing water is not good for health. Using appropriate filters, taking shorter showers, avoiding hot showers & shutting the water off while soaping can help a great deal. #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir #KnowYourAir 

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Indoor Air Pollution - Teflon

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Did you know? The chemical used to coat Teflon cookware releases toxic fumes when overheated. Avoid cooking in high heat and keep your kitchen well ventilated to reduce the harmful effect of such fumes. #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir #KnowYourAir 

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Indoor Air Pollution - Dry Cleaners

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Did you know? The toxic chemical #Perchloroethylene used by dry cleaners remains on clothes even after they have been washed. Do wash your clothes for a second time in order to rinse away the chemicals. #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir #KnowYourAir

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Indoor Air Pollution - Carpet Fumes

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Did you know? New carpets let out carpet fumes which are dangerous to health. Vacuuming your carpet regularly or steam cleaning it in case of stubborn odour can help as it rinses away any chemical residue. #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir #KnowYourAir @airqualityindia @Warriormomsin

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Indoor Air Pollution - Second-hand smoking

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Did you know? Secondhand smoke from tobacco products causes acute respiratory illness. To protect members of your family from secondhand smoke, do not smoke or allow others to smoke inside your home. #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir #KnowYourAir 

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Indoor Air Pollution - Pollutants in roof shields

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Did you know? Asbestos, commonly used in roofing sheets and insulation linings causes serious health hazards. The only solution is that the usage of such products should gradually be minimized and ended. #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir #KnowYourAir 

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Indoor Air Pollution - Radon

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Did you know? Radon is a toxic radioactive gas found underground that can enter your house through indoor vents and cracks on walls. Sealing & caulking the cracks can reduce radon gas entry into the home. #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir #KnowYourAir 

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Air Quality - Pollutants in paints

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Did you know? Exposure to #VolatileOrganicCompounds(VOC) present in paints & other chemicals have serious health hazards. Ensure that there is adequate ventilation while painting or remodeling your house. #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir #KnowYourAir 

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