- No one should smoke in the house.
- Avoid contact with people who have upper respiratory tract infections, especially common colds.
- Avoids cats and dogs if allergic to them. Ban pets from the bedroom.
- Reduce house dust mites, especially in the child’s bedroom. Cover the pillow and mattress with plastic sheeting, vacuum the carpet daily, wash the sheets and covers frequently in hot water and dry them in the sun. Synthetic bedding is best.