October is National Indoor Air Quality Month—and there’s never been a more important time to talk about the air we breathe indoors.

Why Indoor Air Quality Matters

We spend up to 90% of our time indoors, yet indoor air can be 2 to 5 times more polluted than outdoor air, according to the EPA. In public and commercial buildings, poor IAQ has been linked to headaches, fatigue, respiratory issues, decreased cognitive function, and increased absenteeism.

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