To enjoy the health benefits of a humidifier, it’s important to keep it clean and be mindful of where and how you use it. In this video, learn tips for cleaning, using, and maintaining your humidifier to help treat allergies and other sinus problems.
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Marisa Taylor KarasMarisa Taylor Karas is a freelance journalist based in Brooklyn who has covered health, gender, and technology for 15 years. She previously worked at The Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, and Al Jazeera America, among other publications, and also served as managing editor of the Mellon Foundation in New York City.
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