Scary Hidden Home Dangers

The word home often conjures up thoughts of safety and security. Home is where our family build memories, happiness and experiences. We should be aware of the scary hidden dangers that may harm our family and pets. Take a look at these list that qualityhealth.com has. This will give us perspectives of what are inside our homes that we should be aware about.

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1. Scented Laundry Products. They make your linens and shirts smell deliciously fresh and clean, but according to a recent University of Washington study, the scents in your favorite laundry supplies could be hiding potentially toxic chemicals.

2. Pool and Spa Drains. Those fortunate enough to have a pool or a spa in their backyard should also be aware of the numerous potential hazards, especially if there are children in the household. Drowning, slipping, and falling are obvious risks, but the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) notes that there are other risks. The unforgiving suction power of drains can trap anything from hands, feet, hair, and even the bodies of both adults and children. The ability of the swimmer is irrelevant if the individual is held under water for an extended amount of time.

3. Molds. Part of the natural environment, molds play an essential part in nature when located outdoors, but when growing inside, they produce irritants, allergens, and potentially toxic substances (known as myotoxins). What's more, they can lead to a variety of health problems, ranging from allergic reactions and asthma attacks to skin rashes, fatigue, nausea, and even respiratory irritation and lung inflammation.

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From a cancer-causing gas to an unexpected fire hazard, make sure you check your home for these hidden risks.

4. Radon. This odorless and tasteless radioactive gas is the second-leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. (second only to tobacco). Radon is responsible for more than 20,000 lung cancer deaths every year, making it one of the Natural Resources Defense Council's (NRDC) top five most dangerous household contaminants. Produced by the decay of radium (a naturally occurring element in soil), radon typically seeps into homes through cracks in the foundations. It then accumulates in lower level flooring—especially basements—and is typically worse in areas with poor ventilation.

5. Toxic Plants. Often, pets are like part of the family. And nearly three-quarters of U.S. households own at least one dog or cat (according to an American Pet Products Manufacturers Association survey), so it's important to look out for their well-being, too. In 2007, The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) Poison Control Center responded to more than 130,000 cases of poisoned animals, the top calls involving common goods and products, including popular household flowers and plants

6. Clothes Dryers. It's hard to imagine living without a clothes dryer, but if not maintained properly, these machines can also be fire hazards. The CPSC estimates that each year, more than 15,000 fires are attributed to dryers overheating, which occurs when lint builds up in the exhaust duct or dryer. The lint then blocks the flow of air, resulting in excessive heat, and possibly causing a fire.