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St. Catharines Library Card Holders Can Borrow Carbon Dioxide Monitors

Tuesday, 25 April 2023 at 12:31

By Linda Morgan

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Residents can borrow carbon dioxide monitors to check indoor air quality

The St. Catharines Public Library has teamed up with Public Health to help residents measure indoor air quality. 

Thanks to a donation from Community Access to Ventilation Information, the library has 10 carbon dioxide monitors that can be borrowed. 

The devices are available at all four branches, and can be loaned out for up to a week. 

"Over half of the customers borrowing technology at public libraries would not otherwise have had access to those services," said Erica Wilson, collections librarian. "Carbon dioxide monitors have been an ongoing request from our community, and we're excited to finally make it happen with the support of CAVI and Public Health."

Poorly ventilated indoor spaces with a high amount of carbon dioxide can lead to fatigue, headaches, and an increased risk of airborne diseases, including COVID-19. 

Each monitor comes with a guide for using the device and interpreting the results. 

Readings will help users decide if they need to take steps to increase ventilation such as opening doors or windows or avoiding strenuous activity. 

To place a hold, click here. 

 

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