For the past month, Malaysia has been plagued with haze which originates from massive fires in Sumatra, Indonesia. Transboundary haze in this part of the world was first recorded in 1972. Unfortunately, massive air pollution is now an annual affair which has progressively worsened over the years. Every year, the smog blankets Malaysia for even longer, and the Air Pollutant Index (API) this year in certain parts of the country is off the charts!
Paediatricians reportedly see a significant increase in children with respiratory infections and asthma exacerbations during haze season. Although the haze does not cause viral infections, it affects babies’ health in other ways. While toddlers and adults can easily wear a mask for relief, it is not recommended for babies as it may interfere with their breathing or suffocation.
Vulnerable newborns who are still building their immunity after being cocooned safely inside mummy are most susceptible when they breathe in polluted air that is at hazardous levels. Microscopic pollutants in the air gives our body’s defence a slip and causes damage to the lungs, heart and brain as it lodges into our respiratory and circulatory system. The poor quality of air weakens the bodies’ natural defense to diseases by damaging mucous membranes which leads to an increase of inflammation. If the respiratory systems are affected, your little one is at risk of asthma, bronchitis and a host of other medical emergencies which require immediate care.
Prevention is Better than Cure
“Prevention is better than cure” and this old adage is worth its mettle. During haze season, it is best to stay indoors, especially when the API exceeds 100. Haze consists of two major components, minute particles which you can see and toxic gases which you can smell but not see. Although minute particles definitely pose a danger to our health, the toxic gases seep into our living spaces much more easily and both of which we must eliminate. Besides that, here are some other helpful tips to reduce the discomfort and keep illness at bay.
When indoors, keep the doors and windows closed. Parents are encouraged to use the fan or air-conditioning to ensure the ambient temperature is kept cool and comfortable at around 24°C. The filters of air-conditioner have to be cleaned regularly for it to function at an optimal level. All those hours enclosed in a room will surely feel stuffy. Avoid the discomfort by using a product that removes particles, oxidises toxic gases, and sterilizes surfaces. You and your loved ones would benefit from Medklinn’s Air+Surface Sterilizers!
Meet the 3-part Process Medklinn’s Air+Surface Sterilizers
Regular air purifiers in the market only filter the air while Medklinn Air+Surface Sterilizers purify the air, sterilizes surfaces and oxidizes toxic gases. This 3-part process is important to combat stale air and haze which consists of minute particles, toxic gases as well as common pollutants like allergens, bacteria/viruses and moulds. The patented Cerafusion
Parents would be pleased to know that Medklinn Air+Surface Sterilizers are scientifically tested to eliminate upto 99.99% of all known bacteria, viruses, allergens, mould, and Volatile Organic Compounds.1 Broadly speaking, it reduces sinus allergies, bad smells, and cross infections by sterilizing your air and surfaces in a natural manner. Laboratory test conducted by University Malaya, Kuala Lumpur shows that the Medklinn Air+Surface Sterilizer eliminates infectivity of Human Enterovirus 71 which causes HFMD (another nightmare of parents which is fast becoming commonplace) by 100%!
Medklinn Air+Surface Sterilizers are compact and powerful, yet small and portable for use in hotel room and on the plane. They are designed to work round the clock on low power consumption, and parents can be doubly assured that Medklinn is as fuss free as it gets with minimal maintenance required – simply change the cartridge once a year!
Probably the best solution to the haze problem, this is a great time to get it while you can enjoy 20% off the Asens Series when you shop on Motherhood today! Your home, your fort. Build and protect your loved ones during haze season. Your babies will thank you for it with their toothy, gummy smile!
1 Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are organic chemicals that have a high vapor pressure at ordinary room temperature. It is emitted from common household items such as perfume, hair spray, cleaning agents, dry cleaning fluid, paints, lacquers, varnishes, hobby supplies, and etc.
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