health risks

A restful night’s sleep isn’t just about comfort—it’s a cornerstone of well-being. Recent research has unveiled a startling revelation: our sleep environments harbor harmful germs like Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas Aeruginosa, notorious triggers for illnesses and allergies. In fact, these contaminants were detected in a shocking 50% of mattresses examined, emerging as major culprits behind sickness and discomfort.

This groundbreaking insight stems from a comprehensive analysis of 154 mattresses in hospitals and multi-bed facilities. The implications extend further; experts reveal that hotels, resorts, and even private homes may exhibit higher contamination levels due to their less-than-sterile surroundings. The reason for the testing was to determine how effective the decontamination of the bed was – once the occupant had been moved – using a commercial grade of disinfectant spray. The study results suggest that the usual disinfection procedures, instead of diminishing the number of microbes, merely displace them from one part of the mattress to another. The number of microorganisms remains the same. This is where we come in.

Embrace the solution: the SEMS Systems process. Not just environmentally friendly, it’s a chemical-free, dry approach that eliminates all mattress impurities. How? By employing a dual-action system that combines a penetrating UV-C germicidal lamp with a robust extraction mechanism, we ensure your mattress is more than clean—it’s genuinely sanitized.

Indoor air quality also plays a big part in people’s overall well-being and health. Pollen, animal-related allergens, dust mites and mite excrement are also a danger to asthma and hay fever sufferers, causing great discomfort. The fine dust that we breathe in while sleeping in our beds each night can disrupt an intended peaceful night’s rest, trigger allergic reactions or result in symptoms such as itchy eyes, a running nose, sneezing, scratchy or irritated throat, headaches, fatigue, depression and so on. Many people mistake these symptoms for unavoidable allergic reactions, without realizing that the cause is likely the cleanliness of the environment in which they are sleeping.

At its core, the mattress serves as a repository for organic and inorganic impurities. Throughout life, we maintain more contact with a mattress than any other piece of furniture, continually shedding skin and releasing sweat. Coupled with bodily fluids, it becomes a breeding ground for bacteria. Surprisingly, addressing this issue has long been overlooked—until now.

Ready for change? It’s time to usher in a new era of sleep—one that’s clean and sanitized. Whether in your home, a hotel, or any multi-bed facility, embrace the transformation offered by SEMS.

Recent studies have shown that exposure to house dust mite allergens is a significant risk factor for the development of allergic diseases, such as asthma and rhinitis or hay fever. According to the esteemed Dr. Zeldin of the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), over 45% of U.S. homes—approximately 44 million dwellings—bear bedding with allergen concentrations exceeding sensitization levels. The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI) confirms the significance of dust mites—second only to pollen—as allergy triggers. These microorganisms thrive everywhere, including your home, and facts speak for themselves:

• Humans shed 10,000 million scales of skin teeming with bacteria daily, with most ending up in mattresses.
• Dust mites produce 200 times their body weight in excrement throughout their lifespan.
• Dust mites feast on our shed skin for up to 170 days.
• Rapidly spreading, a female dust mite can lay 300 eggs.
• Remarkably resilient, they can survive up to a year without sustenance.

Elevate your sleep experience, bolster your health, and embark on a journey to better sleep by partnering with us SEMS.