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Part 1: Awair Omni Dashboard Updates

We are very excited to announce updates to the Awair Omni Dashboard! The latest improvements are intended to simplify operations, provide greater insight into your Omni devices, and give you more control over how data is organized and shared within your organization. Below, we’ve detailed what to expect from the latest round of updates.

Sep 29

Awair's Wildfire Smoke Guide

The airborne pollution caused by catastrophic wildfire seasons caught many people off-guard and unprepared. Miles away from blaze sites, people were experiencing the health symptoms of inhaling high PM2.5 and ozone (O3) concentrations. Although exposure to wildfire smoke may only last a few days or weeks, the impacts on your health can be much longer-lasting.

Sep 15

Understanding Air Quality Alert Days

During hot summer months, it’s not uncommon to hear air quality alerts announced over the radio or on local T.V. programs. But what do these alerts actually mean? What are the health risks? And how should you react when an air quality alert is issued for your area? We’ve outlined the basics.

Sep 12

Introducing the Awair + Filtrete Healthy Living Filters Amazon Bundle

At Awair, we believe that knowledge is power. By providing users with direct insight into their air quality, we aim to empower people to create healthier homes, workplaces, and beyond. In addition to building smart and intuitive air quality monitors, we’re always looking for ways to make air quality data more actionable.

Sep 10

4 Skin Problems Associated With Air Pollution

When we talk about the health impacts of air pollution, we tend to focus on the risks to our internal organs and respiratory system. But air pollution also affects our body’s first line of defense: our skin. Below, we’ve outlined four common skin conditions linked to air pollution.

Aug 27

Why California Cities Rank Highest for Air Pollution

It may surprise you to learn that the state known for its lush forests, beautiful beaches, and progressive environmental policy is home to some of the most polluted cities in the continental United States. According to the American Lung Association’s 2019 State of the Air Report, Californian cities placed first in three different air pollution categories: ozone (O3), annual particle pollution (PM), and short-term particle pollution.

Aug 20

Consequences of High Conference Room CO2

You walk into the conference room with a sharp mind and a clear objective. Twenty minutes later, your eyes are glazing over, your focus is waning, and you’re struggling to keep up with the conversation. No matter how much you try to corral your attention, you can’t seem to shake the dazed feeling that has overtaken the room.

Aug 6

6 Sources of Toxic Chemicals (VOCs) in Your Home

Many common building materials and household products can release harmful chemicals, known as Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), into your air. When VOCs build up in your home, they can trigger adverse health symptoms and increase your risk of developing serious illnesses. Because VOC pollution is invisible, however, these risks are dangerously easy to ignore. Below, we've outlined six common sources of indoor VOC pollution.

Aug 1

Awair Investigates: Are Green Cleaning Products Actually Healthier?

When dust, mold, and bacteria collect in your home, they contribute to indoor air pollution and impact the health and comfort of your space. On the other hand, cleaning your home with toxic chemicals can increase the amount of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in your air and leave you vulnerable to other health risks. A recent study revealed that professional cleaners who use strong chemical sanitizing products on a daily basis are more likely to develop asthma and other serious respiratory conditions. This catch-22 has led many consumers to seek out healthier and more sustainable alternatives, or “green” cleaning products.

Jul 30

Introducing Awair Glow C

We’re excited to introduce Awair Glow C, our latest air quality monitoring solution! Glow C monitors toxic chemicals (VOCs), temperature, and humidity levels in your space and gives you greater insight and control over your air quality.

Jul 23

Using Awair to Understand Your Allergy Symptoms

Today, diagnosing and treating seasonal allergies (allergic rhinitis) is fairly easy. If you suspect that your symptoms are linked to outdoor allergens, you can take an allergy test to reveal exactly what your immune system is reacting to (and what to avoid). But what if your allergy symptoms don’t track to a clear source or follow a predictable pattern?

Jul 10

5 Serious Health Risks Associated With Air Pollution

Whether you realize it or not, the air you breathe has a direct impact on your short- and long-term health. Below, we’ve listed five serious health risks linked to air pollution.

Jul 2