Cold and Flu Season: 8 Facts Worth Knowing
Cold and flu season is here! Recent studies show that humidity affects virus survival and your respiratory health. These findings help explain why indoor moisture deserves your attention. Here are eight facts about humidity — and how AIRCARE® can help you maintain healthy, comfortable indoor air.
1. Are your nose and throat irritated?
Low humidity can dry out the lining of your nose and throat, leaving them scratchy and irritated (Mayo Clinic, 2026). The solution: For whole-house humidification, the AIRCARE Alliance provides evaporative humidification for up to 3,700 square feet. Add our menthol eucalyptus fragrance for an even more soothing experience.
2. Need congestion relief?
When you are congested, adding moisture to the air can help loosen thick mucus so it is easier to clear by coughing or blowing your nose (Cleveland Clinic, 2025). The solution: The AIRCARE Ozark adds moisture with warm steam and features a medicine cup for inhalants, fragrances and essential oils for congestion relief.
3. How do you avoid nosebleeds?
Adding moisture helps keep the delicate lining inside your nose from drying out and cracking (Cleveland Clinic, 2025). The solution: The AIRCARE Switch, only available at Walmart, features an adjustable humidistat to help you maintain comfortable humidity throughout the season. The Switch can use either a disposable wick or a reusable wick — choose how you want to pack a punch against dry air.
4. Looking for restful sleep?
Ease the dryness that contributes to snoring and dry mouth at night to support restful sleep (Cleveland Clinic, 2025). The solution: The AIRCARE MESA delivers customizable comfort with cool and warm mist options. Use its built-in nightlight and convenient remote with essential oils for a cozy nighttime routine.
5. Why monitor your humidity?
Humidity can affect flu virus survival. 50% relative humidity had the greatest reduction in infectious flu virus in droplets containing mucus (Environmental Science & Technology, 2025). The solution: Skip the guesswork with the AIRCARE Digital Hygrometer. Not only does it display humidity and temperature, it records the lowest and highest readings over the past 24 hours.
6. What is your humidity sweet spot?
Keeping your humidity between 30% and 50% eases dryness while also limiting excess moisture that can encourage mold and dust mites (Mayo Clinic, 2026). The solution: The AIRCARE Mini-Console is just one of our many humidifiers that let you set your humidity percentage. Looking to sweeten the deal? Add our apple cinnamon fragrance into the mix!
7. Want cleaner air while you humidify?
Airborne particles can irritate your nose, throat and lungs (Cleveland Clinic, 2025). The solution: AIRCARE® air filters. They provide an additional two layers of air purification for compatible humidifiers. The electrostatic layer traps particles such as dust, pet dander and mold, while the carbon layer traps odors.
8. How do you keep your humidifier clean?
Regular cleaning and maintenance are essential parts of humidifier care (American Lung Association, 2026). The solution: In addition to regular cleaning, our bacteriostatic treatment helps prevent bacteria, mold and algae buildup in your evaporative humidifier.
AIRCARE has THE SOLUTION. Find your favorite humidifiers, wicks, filters, fragrances and more at AIRCARE.com.
References
1. Environmental Science & Technology (2025): Mucin Colocalizes with Influenza Virus and Preserves Infectivity in Deposited Model Respiratory Droplets
2. Mayo Clinic (July 12, 2026): Humidifiers: Ease Skin, Breathing Symptoms
3. Cleveland Clinic (Jan. 10, 2025): 4 Ways a Humidifier Can Improve Your Health
4. American Lung Association (March 4, 2026): Is Your Humidifier Putting Your Health at Risk?
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