Asthma Friendly Pillows

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From another group, asthma friendly pillows it says. I don't know

about this source of info though since something another news item

promoted a product but anyway in case anyone is interested:

New Asthma Friendly Pillow

By Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA)

Mar 22, 2007 - 10:01:28 AM

Don't Sneeze and Wheeze the Spring Away –

Leading Retailers Welcome Hollander's New asthma friendly® line

(HealthNewsDigest.com) - BOCA RATON, FL, March 21 – Hollander Home

Fashions, an established basic bedding manufacturer, announced that

it has received the asthma friendly® certification mark by the

Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) on several of its

pillows and mattress pads. The mark is designed to inform consumers

who suffer from asthma and allergies about individual products that

have passed stringent scientific testing standards.

More than 60 million Americans suffer from asthma and allergies, two

of the most common diseases among children and adults. Pillows and

other bedding products can be home to millions of dust mites and

other allergens that may aggravate these disorders. The new

Hollander products are proven to provide a barrier to the passage of

allergens as well as being free from chemicals known to impact

airway inflammation. They are machine washable so any allergen

accumulating on the external surface can be easily removed.

" The introduction of these cutting edge products underscore

Hollander's commitment to helping consumers `Live Comfortably' in

their homes and lives, " said Jeff Hollander, CEO of Hollander Home

Fashions. " We have been interested in targeting this increasing

problem for some time and are pleased to be associated with an

organization of this caliber. The asthma friendly® testing protocols

are rigorous, objective, and can help to significantly reduce asthma

and allergy triggers in the home. "

" Bedding products are notorious for carrying dust mites and other

asthma and allergy triggers some of which consumers might not have

considered before such as certain chemicals which may be used for

finishing fabrics, " said Mike Tringale, Director of External Affairs

at AAFA. " Until now, there has not been a reliable source of

information about which products are best at helping to reduce

exposure to allergens and irritants. All consumers have to do now is

look for the asthma friendly® certified mark or visit

www.asthmafriendly.com to find products that are scientifically

proven to be more suitable for people with asthma and allergies. "

The asthma friendly® Certification Program is a joint effort between

the non-profit AAFA and the international research and testing

organization, Allergy Standards Limited (ASL). The products are

tested over the course of 12 weeks and are then certified as asthma

friendly®. Each product comes with a certification number, website

for research and specific washing instructions; all geared to help

the allergy and asthma consumer. All Hollander products contain 100%

cotton shells with Cluster Puff® fiber fill.

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