The air quality right now is one of the major concerns for the people of the country. Onset of winter, aftermath of Diwali and burning of crops add to the existing problem with industrial pollution and vehicle emission. It’s ideal to stay indoors but that’s not practically possible and while the state governments take necessary measures, here’s a list of gadgets that can help you deal with it in your own way.
Air Purifier: Unfortunately, we live in times where we have more options for home purifiers than places with clean air. An air purifier is a necessity especially if you have kids, aged people, and people with heart and respiratory problems. Invest in one to deal with hazardous air quality. These help in removing allergens, harmful gases and particles from indoor air. Keep it in one room that you used the most and keep the doors shut to let it bring the air quality to safe levels. You can look for the ones with activated carbon and HEPA filters. Dyson and Philips are good options to consider for the current air quality status.
Humidifier: A few years ago, a humidifier was mostly used for infants and babies, especially during colder months. However, now it has become a necessity as it helps to improve the indoor air quality by adding moisture to it. The added moisture makes the pollutant in the air heavy, and they fall bringing down the level of dust and pollutants in the air. It helps make the surroundings comfortable and reduce static electricity.
Wearable Air Purifier and Masks: The technology has advanced so why not make use of it. For example, Dyson’s OnTrac Noise Cancellation headphones come with an attachment that purifies air as you enjoy music while commuting. This is how you can make your daily commute enjoyable while taking care of the air that you’re breathing in. However, it’s an investment.
On the other hand, the easiest way to prevent breathing in poisonous air outside is by wearing an N99 mask. While these are not effective for long hours outside, they work as a physical barrier that traps toxic air, helping you breathe cleaner air.
Air Quality Sensor: There are wearable air quality sensors and also monitors that can be used indoors and outdoors. A wearable sensor can indicate the level of air quality for you to take appropriate measures while stepping out. The monitors also help by alerting you to the harmful pollutants and for you to take informed decisions. These days, smartphones and smartwatches also have these features, however AQ sensors and monitors are recommended for babies and older people who live alone.
Inhalers and Breathing Analyzers: Breathing analyzers can help people to identify signs of respiratory problems to seek medical attention in time. For those who already suffer from breathing and respiratory issues, keeping an inhaler handy helps to tackle emergencies outside the house caused due to bad air quality. It’s important to follow the doctor’s instructions with these.
