{"id":3601,"date":"2007-05-14T08:50:58","date_gmt":"2007-05-14T12:50:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.yummy-wakame.com\/archives\/2007\/05\/14\/3601"},"modified":"2007-05-14T08:50:58","modified_gmt":"2007-05-14T12:50:58","slug":"12-simple-ways-to-keep-dust-and-dirt-out-of-our-homes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yummy-wakame.com\/weblog\/2007\/05\/12-simple-ways-to-keep-dust-and-dirt-out-of-our-homes\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Simple Ways to Keep Dust and Dirt Out of Our Homes"},"content":{"rendered":"

Healthy Choices Healthy Lives Newsletter<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

The Dirty Dozen<\/h4>\n

\"InWhy should I reduce the dust and dirt in my house?<\/strong>
\nPollutants can be tracked into our homes on our shoes and clothing. Invisible residues of pesticides, carcinogens, solvents, paints, mold, bacteria, lead and other toxins that are brought inside can get on our hands and food and be eaten or inhaled. Over a long period of time, these agents accumulate and can increase the chance that illness will develop.<\/p>\n

What can I do to get rid of house dust and dirt?<\/strong><\/p>\n

    \n
  1. BEST PRACTICE:<\/strong> Remove your shoes when entering your home! Wear footwear that is dedicated to indoor use.<\/li>\n
  2. If you cannot remove your shoes, place long floor runners or a commercial doormat at the entrances to trap outdoor dust and dirt and limit the use of carpets throughout the house, especially deep plush or shag carpets.<\/li>\n
  3. Vacuum carpets and area rugs using a vacuum with a power brush and HEPA filter (if possible) once a week (twice a week if you have a crawling child).<\/li>\n
  4. Bare floors are the best choice. Otherwise, choose floor coverings, furniture, and draperies that are easy to clean.<\/li>\n
  5. Cover bare outdoor areas with trees, shrubs, grass, flowers or gravel to reduce tracking in dirt or dust.<\/li>\n
  6. Regularly dust or wash surfaces that are often touched.<\/li>\n
  7. Clean air ducts annually and replace filters every six months.<\/li>\n
  8. If you work outside your home with chemicals or toxins, shower and change clothes and shoes before entering your home.<\/li>\n
  9. Wash fruits and vegetables before eating them to remove dust, dirt and certain pesticides.<\/li>\n
  10. Keep toddlers’ pacifiers clean and wash hands frequently with regular soap.<\/li>\n
  11. Have house dust tested for lead if preschool children live in a pre-1940 home.<\/li>\n
  12. Have a professional perform a home environmental health assessment before moving into a home or bringing a baby into a home.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Get a do-it-yourself assessment online<\/strong><\/a>
    \n
    \nPrepared by the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute – Center for Environmental Oncology<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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