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Offer these action steps to help reduce asthma triggers in the living room and family room:

• The rooms should be vacuumed and damp dusted regularly.
• If you suspect dust mites might be a problem, pillows and fabric curtains should be washed in hot water.
• Upholstered furniture should be vacuumed regularly.
• If family members have pet allergies, pets should be kept off upholstered furniture.
• Food should not be left in the room.
• Dishes should be washed promptly after use to discourage pests.
• Fix areas showing signs of moisture such as damp carpeting, water damage, and standing water in plant trays or air conditioner drip pans.
• Cockroaches often hide behind wall hangings, so check behind pictures for evidence of cockroaches and fix loose wallpaper. Walls should be kept clean and wallpaper sealed around the edges.
• Remove any unnecessary consumer products such as plug-in air fresheners, candles, or incense that may be releasing chemicals or strong odors.