dust mite
noun
: any of various mites (especially family Pyroglyphidae) commonly found in house dust compare house dust mite
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Destinations with high humidity or places that have a high prevalence of mold, dust mites or pollen are generally not the best for allergy sufferers, according to Murillo.
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Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 15 May 2025
If the humidity level inside your home rises above 50%, dust mites and molds can thrive, requiring a dehumidifier to draw moisture back out of the air.
—Rachael Zimlich, Verywell Health, 14 May 2025
The shredded natural latex core is also hypoallergenic (meaning resistant to dust mites and mildew buildup) if that’s something that matters to you.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 20 Feb. 2025
Too much humidity in your home can lead to higher levels of mold and dust mites that can exacerbate allergies.
—Rachael Zimlich, Verywell Health, 14 May 2025
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Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 15 May 2025
If the humidity level inside your home rises above 50%, dust mites and molds can thrive, requiring a dehumidifier to draw moisture back out of the air.
—Rachael Zimlich, Verywell Health, 14 May 2025
The shredded natural latex core is also hypoallergenic (meaning resistant to dust mites and mildew buildup) if that’s something that matters to you.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 20 Feb. 2025
Too much humidity in your home can lead to higher levels of mold and dust mites that can exacerbate allergies.
—Rachael Zimlich, Verywell Health, 14 May 2025
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“Dust mite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dust%20mite. Accessed 8 Jun. 2025.
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