Expert warns against ozone generators marketed as 'air purifiers'

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An indoor air quality (IAQ) expert has warned businesses and consumers against using ‘air purifiers’ that emit ozone as a byproduct, which are touted to have the ability to kill germs that may be present in the air.

Ozone gas plays a crucial role in the upper atmosphere by filtering out much of the sun’s UV radiation. But on the ground, International Islamic University of Malaysia (IIUM) assistant professor Maryam Zahaba said its highly reactive nature makes ozone hazardous to humans.Read more from this author

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Oo I've been using N*** water filter for years. WTF. Is it safe when it's diluted in water?

Can someone pls tell Jaya Grocer - pls get rid of the air sanitizer system they have installed. It's using ozone gas. It's dangerous! LumrahL Any of your followers are in touch with Jaya Grocer management?

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