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Carpets Can Damage Your Health

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While wall-to-wall carpeting may make the room have a more colorful and fun appearance, it can wreak havoc on your health.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, new carpets contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These have been linked to serious health issues including eye irritation, headache, nausea, and much more.