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The National Children’s Study

• The air monitor measures what is in the air and does not release anything into the air.

• Please do not move the air monitor. Moving the device will interfere with collection of the air sample.

• You do not need to change your behavior because of the air monitor.

• Call the Study Center if the air monitor is broken or damaged.

Please call the Study Center if you have any questions abut the air monitor.

Thank you for participating in the National Children’s Study

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A nswers to Questions about the Air Monitor

Why are you monitoring the air in my home?

The National Children’s Study (NCS) has many questions about how children’s environments — such as the air they breathe — may affect their health and well-being into adulthood. To answer these questions, we need to learn more about the air in your home.

What does the air monitor do?

The air monitor draws air through filters to collects things that are in the air. The monitor collects any particles and gases that are in the air.

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What do I need to do for the air monitoring?

After the air monitor is in place, you do not need to do anything. The results from the air monitor will be most useful if you go about your normal daily activities and pretend it is not there.

How long will you monitor the air in my home?

Because your activities may change from day to day, we will monitor the air in your home for one week. This will help us obtain a broad picture about indoor air quality in your home.

By allowing us to monitor the air in your home for about one week, you will play a critical role in helping NCS scientists understand how the air we breathe may affects children’s health and development.

C an I move the air monitor?

Study Staff will work with you to find an appropriate place for the air monitor. They will place it in a very specific spot so it can operate properly but not be in your way. Please do not move it to a new location, or obstruct it in any way. We greatly appreciate your cooperation.

What if something happens to the air monitor?

If something happens to the monitor, please call the number listed on the back of this brochure. Study Staff will pick up the monitor. They may wish to set up another monitor to finish the monitoring.

Can the air monitor fall over?

The air monitor is very stable. However, if you have safety concerns, we can provide a baby gate to enclose the air monitor.

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