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Why is the humidity in my home important?
In the winter the air is colder and dryer than in the summer. Decreased humidity can cause dry and itchy skin, ear aches, sore throats, stuffy noses, or may worsen allergies. Adding more moisture to the air with a vaporizer or humidifier can limit these problems. If you have a cold, a sore throat or a cough, having a humidifier or vaporizer in the room may make you feel more comfortable. Humidifiers and vaporizers, however, cannot cure a cold or the flu. Excessive humidity may also cause health problems. Too much water in the air can promote the growth of fungi, bacteria and molds in the home....