When Smell Can Kill
During the winter months, the days are shorter and people spend more time indoors. To those with asthma this can become a serious problem. One sufferer says, "As an asthmatic, I am deathly (I am not misusing this word) allergic to fragrances. Fragrance can deny access, it can create life threatening situations, it can prevent students from being fully present and cognizant in class, it can prevent workers from full productivity, and the presence of fragrance around those affected by it can cause accidents because we are not getting enough oxygen to our brain." Bottom line: Be considerate of others. Use unscented or hypoallergenic deodorants, soap, body lotion, hair products, and minimize the amount of fragrance, colognes, aftershave, or perfume that you choose to wear.
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