Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg Is bad air quality slowly harming us? (with Richard Bruns)
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Oct 11, 2023 Richard Bruns, an economist and Senior Scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, dives into the crucial impacts of air quality on health. He explores the ominous effects of PM2.5 particles, revealing how they can permeate our bodies and lead to significant health risks. The conversation also touches on how air quality differs across environments and directly affects cognitive performance. Bruns emphasizes practical steps to improve indoor air quality and critiques existing health regulations, offering a fresh perspective on public health policy.
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Better Air Filters
- Improve your home's air quality by using a better air filter.
- Choose a MERV 13 or better filter and change it 3-4 times per year.
MERV 13 Filters
- MERV 13 filters effectively trap fine particulate matter, unlike lower MERV ratings.
- Cheap filters protect HVAC equipment but not your health.
HEPA and Corsi-Rosenthal
- Consider HEPA filters, but prioritize airflow over filter quality for standalone units.
- Build a Corsi-Rosenthal box with MERV 13 filters for effective air circulation.