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I've seen here that hepa is a standard in air purifiers, but am confused with marketing specs. any ent or pulmonologist recommended brands for <$100?

Q: i've seen here that hepa is a standard in air purifiers, but am confused with marketing specs. any ent or pulmonologist recommended brands for <$100?

Unlikely: Dust, pollen, dander and mold spores are hepa filterable, though smoke, virus & bacteria are not. $100 would be on the low end for an effective unit.

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Dr. James Henning answered

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Unlikely: Dust, pollen, dander and mold spores are hepa filterable, though smoke, virus & bacteria are not. $100 would be on the low end for an effective unit.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 5/11/2013

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A member asked:

I've seen here that hepa is a standard in air purifiers, but am confused with marketing specs. any ent or pulmonologist recommended brands for <$100?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Henning answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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