Many people are falling ill because their homes are so polluted, say scientists.
And they re calling for homeowners and construction companies to be both more aware of indoor pollutants and take measures to reduce exposure. In a report out today, experts say some people may be falling ill because of harmful toxic particles too small to be seen by the naked eye. The report, commissioned by the Government, says those with asthma, chronic lung disease or other heart and lung conditions are particularly at risk. It calls for the development of more hi-tech devices to measure air quality and an investigation into what can be done to reduce exposure to pollutants in the home. People should not just think that outdoor pollution is important and forget about indoor pollution.