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Does a hepa air filter catch dust mites?
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Yes: Hepa filters catch things much smaller that house dust mites.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Yes, but....: Dust mite allergen is not really airborne; most of your dust mite exposure comes when your head hits the pillow at night. Hepa filters are much more useful for dander allergens.
Answered 3/26/2013
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