dust mite
noun
: any of various mites (especially family Pyroglyphidae) commonly found in house dust compare house dust mite
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Others with dust mites or pet dander allergies may experience them year-round.
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Lindsay Curtis, Health, 4 Sep. 2024
To find out why, Sokol and other allergists are researching how dust mites, cat and dog dander, or pollen are detected by the body.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 4 Sep. 2024
Bonus: Cleaning books and bookshelves will also reduce allergens like pet dander and dust mites, especially for allergy and asthma sufferers.
—Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Aug. 2024
Natural latex can help to prevent dust mites, molds, and mildews, which are common allergens.
—Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 9 Aug. 2024
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Lindsay Curtis, Health, 4 Sep. 2024
To find out why, Sokol and other allergists are researching how dust mites, cat and dog dander, or pollen are detected by the body.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 4 Sep. 2024
Bonus: Cleaning books and bookshelves will also reduce allergens like pet dander and dust mites, especially for allergy and asthma sufferers.
—Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Aug. 2024
Natural latex can help to prevent dust mites, molds, and mildews, which are common allergens.
—Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 9 Aug. 2024
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“Dust mite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dust%20mite. Accessed 18 Sep. 2024.
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