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Asthma-Dust Connection

The researchers vacuumed more than 2,500 dust samples from more than 800 homes nationwide. They found endotoxins in dust from all over the house -- bedrooms, family rooms, kitchens, and bedding.

Dust in the bedroom was the biggest asthma trigger. Endotoxins from dust on bedroom floors and in bedding were most strongly linked to adult asthma, the study shows.

Endotoxins in dust affected adults without allergies and those with allergies, the researchers note.

Dust in 'Clean' Rooms

Dust mites are another well-known asthma trigger found in dust. That's all the more reason to try to cut down on dust.

Dust can crop up in rooms that look tidy. You don't have to have big "dust bunnies" under the bed. Dust can be much finer, sifting and settling on surfaces and furniture around the home.

Dust-Busting Tips

The American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology offers these tips to reduce dust:

Vacuum frequently. Use a vacuum that doesn't raise a dust cloud as it cleans.

Hepa vacuum cleaners, especially hepa vacuums and vacuum bags from Miele can improve indoor air quality and help relieve allergy and asthma symptoms. The dust bags seal automatically when removed from the vacuum as well.