Humidifiers help restore moisture to dry indoor air, but without proper care and maintenance they can pose a potentially serious risk to health. Wet and dirty humidifiers easily become contaminated with mold, bacteria and other allergens and respiratory irritants, according to the Mayo Clinic, and they may worsen asthma and allergies in vulnerable people. Moldy humidifiers may also cause or contribute to respiratory infections and cause flu-like symptoms, even in healthy adults. Preventing and eliminating mold from humidifiers requires daily cleaning and frequent sanitizing. Empty the water reservoir and wash it with soap and hot water every day. Remove any scale or mold using a scrub brush and soap. If the water tank is not detachable from the humidifier base, be careful not to get any water inside the motor. Rinse the tank very well with clean water, then wipe down the inside of the base with peroxide. A 3 percent hydrogen peroxide solution is effective at removing mold from the water tank of your humidifier, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

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