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Best affordable air purifiers from Toshiba, Levoit and Bissell - NBC News

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Best affordable air purifiers from Toshiba, Levoit and Bissell - NBC News Best affordable air purifiers from Toshiba, Levoit and Bissell - NBC News Posted: 28 Oct 2020 03:15 PM PDT With temperatures dropping across the country and winter less than two months away, you're likely going to spend more time indoors, and your air quality might be top of mind. Air purifiers are an increasingly popular means to that end. In our guide to the best air purifiers of 2020 , the president of the nonprofit Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America told us we spend about 90 percent of our time indoors and take 20,000 breaths a day on average. "If you live in an area with high outdoor pollution, like a metropolitan city, it's essential to monitor the air quality in your home," he continued. While you're here, you can Plan Your Vote and check into our 2020 election liveblog . With an increasing number of Covid cases across Europe ...

Air Purifiers, Fans, and Filters: A COVID-19 Explainer for Schools - Education Week

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Air Purifiers, Fans, and Filters: A COVID-19 Explainer for Schools - Education Week Air Purifiers, Fans, and Filters: A COVID-19 Explainer for Schools - Education Week Posted: 27 Oct 2020 08:45 AM PDT High school students take a physical education class at their school gym in Gifu, central Japan, on June 1, 2020. Air ventilation measures have been taken in schools all over the world to reduce the risk of coronavirus infection. —Kyodo via AP Images October 27, 2020 COVID-19 is surging in nearly every state , and public health experts are warning that colder temperatures and increased indoor activity will mean the virus is likely to remain an urgent threat for the foreseeable future. At the same time, schools are grappling with the potentially devastating effects of learning loss, social isolation, and diminished access to vital offerings for millions of students who haven't been in a physical classroom since March....

Blueair Blue Pure 211+ review: Can this air purifier improve air quality in large spaces? - Chicago Tribune

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Blueair Blue Pure 211+ review: Can this air purifier improve air quality in large spaces? - Chicago Tribune Blueair Blue Pure 211+ review: Can this air purifier improve air quality in large spaces? - Chicago Tribune Posted: 28 Oct 2020 08:01 AM PDT This air purifier by Blueair performs best when placed in the middle of the room, but the 360-degree air intake also means you can put it wherever is most convenient (as long as you leave at least four inches of clear space around the device). (BestReviews) You are subscribed to email updates from "mold filter" - Google News . To stop receiving these emails, you may unsubscribe now . Email delivery powered by Google Google, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, United States

Purify your space with the Blueair Pure 411 at 25% off: $90 shipped (Today only) - 9to5Toys

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Purify your space with the Blueair Pure 411 at 25% off: $90 shipped (Today only) - 9to5Toys Purify your space with the Blueair Pure 411 at 25% off: $90 shipped (Today only) - 9to5Toys Posted: 27 Oct 2020 09:43 AM PDT Amazon is now offering the Blueair Blue Pure 411 Air Purifier for $89.99 shipped . Matched as part of Best Buy's Deals of the Day . Regularly $120, today's offer is 25% off the going rate and matching the lowest we have tracked on Amazon since December of last year. This model is rated for spaces up to 161-sq. ft. and is designed to capture "99% of common airborne PM 2.5 pollutants" including allergens, odors, smoke, mold spores, dust mites, and pet dander. The outer pre-filter can be washed and flipped out for the included grey or black colorway to match your decor as well. Rated 4+ stars from over 3,400 Amazon customers. More details below.  Now you could use some of your savings to score some extra intern...

Bay Area wildfire smoke: Health experts share tips for finding the best air purifier for your home - KGO-TV

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Bay Area wildfire smoke: Health experts share tips for finding the best air purifier for your home - KGO-TV Bay Area wildfire smoke: Health experts share tips for finding the best air purifier for your home - KGO-TV Posted: 28 Sep 2020 12:00 AM PDT SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- With an earlier start to the fire season, many people are trying to find the right air purifier to help clear the wildfire smoke within their homes. Although the demand is high for these products, health experts say you should do your research before buying the first one you see on the shelves after they're replenished. RELATED: What we know about the fires burning in the Bay Area "Make that investment knowing that you're investing in your family's health and wellness," said Steven Scheer, president of San Francisco-based Brondell, which makes state-of-the-art air purifiers for at-home use. "Some of the real small machines, while they might have an a...

Can a home air purifier protect Oregonians from coronavirus and wildfire smoke? An expert weighs in - East Oregonian

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Can a home air purifier protect Oregonians from coronavirus and wildfire smoke? An expert weighs in - East Oregonian Can a home air purifier protect Oregonians from coronavirus and wildfire smoke? An expert weighs in - East Oregonian Posted: 29 Sep 2020 12:00 AM PDT In early September, as many Oregonians spent a week homebound as hazardous levels of wildfire smoke hung in the air, air purifiers became a hot commodity and sold out in stores. But now that much of the smoke has cleared and air purifiers are becoming more available, should you still consider purchasing one for your home? Richard L. Corsi thinks you should. Corsi, dean of the College of Engineering & Computer Science at Portland State University and an expert on indoor air quality and climate, said wildfire smoke isn't the only type of particulate matter people need to be aware of indoors. "These particles include pollen and mold spores that cause allergic reac...