Chronic cough, headaches for no reason? Is your AC making you sick?

AC mould, health and wellnessAC filters need to be replaced or cleaned every three months at least, especially when usage is high.

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A clogged filter accumulates dust and becomes an ideal breeding ground for mould. (File Photo)Of late |am seeing many patients with chronic cough, breathless bouts and asthma even when they do not have a history of any respiratory condition. Eliminating all risk factors, | zeroed in on one trigger that they didn’t know was affecting their lungs — their air-conditioner. Yes, your AC can become a sneaky health hazard in hot and humid conditions, as mould grows inside it.

What is AC mould?