Title: Air Conditioning Can Make You Sick: Here's How to Avoid It | Moore Heating
Headings: Air Conditioning Can Make You Sick: Here’s How to Avoid It
Air Conditioning Can Make You Sick: Here’s How to Avoid It
May
30
What Causes “Air Conditioning Sickness?”
What Can I Do to Avoid It?

Content: As these allergens are made airborne, they will cause stuffy noses, sore throats, and in some cases, difficulty breathing. Air conditioners themselves can be places for mold and bacteria to proliferate if they are not properly maintained. As air is pulled over the coils in an air conditioner, condensation is produced. This moisture can create an ideal environment for bacteria and mold to grow if not cleaned regularly. Another cause of air conditioning sickness is running an air conditioner too cold. A few different things happen when you do this. For one, cold-causing viruses spread. According to WebMD, these viruses survive best in the low-humidity, cold environment created by an air conditioner set on an extremely low temperature. Ultra-cold temperatures also cause the arteries in the skin to constrict to protect the body from heat loss. This decreases the flow of blood, including the white blood cells that safeguard the body against viruses, making the body more susceptible to illness.