Is your home hazardous to your health?

Article Abstract:

Many potentially harmful substances are present in houses because of construction methods and materials. Lead pipes are a source of lead poisoning, insulation and tiles may contain asbestos and carpets may contain harmful volatile organic compounds. Other sources of poisoning are described.

Analysis, Causes of, Indoor air quality, Housing and health

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Your home's danger zones: find and fix these hazards now - or risk discovering them the hard way

Article Abstract:

Many people are injured at home each year in accidents that could be prevented. People should take care when they are walking on stairs to avoid falling, hazardous cleaners such as laundry detergent should be placed high on shelves and smoke detectors should be installed in the bedrooms.

Safety and security measures, Housing, Dwellings

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How healthy is your home?

Article Abstract:

National Safety Council statistics show that home accidents cause over 22,000 deaths a year. Such fatalities can prevented by intalling smoke alarms, holding regular fire drills and keeping a list of emergency telephone numbers.

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