Make your home more allergy-friendly with advice from Dr. Rita Kachru of WEWS News.

"You can have indoor allergens like dust mites and mold, which you'll have all year. They are called perennial," says Dr. Kachru.


Dr. Kachru suggests:

• Buying plastic toys instead of plush.
• Choosing leather or vinyl furniture over upholstery.
• Vacuuming with a HEPA filter, which will trap allergens.

"It doesn't guarantee that you won't suffer from allergies or asthma. But it decreases exposure," says Dr. Kachru.