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Unfortunately, furry companions can trigger some of our members asthma. While normal allergies might be treatable with some antihistamines and fresh air, small mammals often trigger more complex underlying conditions such as asthma. Even a brief exposure could trigger severe asthma attacks in some members, which can kill. For members with less severe asthma, exposure to triggers can increase sensitivity, and worsen their condition for weeks or months (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2975603/). | Unfortunately, furry companions can trigger some of our members asthma. While normal allergies might be treatable with some antihistamines and fresh air, small mammals often trigger more complex underlying conditions such as asthma. Even a brief exposure could trigger severe asthma attacks in some members, which can kill. For members with less severe asthma, exposure to triggers can increase sensitivity, and worsen their condition for weeks or months (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2975603/). | ||
It is unfortunate that this accessibility need is in direct conflict with some who cannot enter a space without the emotional regulation provided from their furry friends, but a choice must be made, and at the time of decision | It is unfortunate that this accessibility need is in direct conflict with some who cannot enter a space without the emotional regulation provided from their furry friends, but a choice must be made, and at the time of decision several members reported allergies or co-morbid asthma and allergies to pets, and none expressed being unable to access the space without their pet. | ||
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Note: This restriction only applies to non-human lifeforms | Note: This restriction only applies to non-human lifeforms | ||
Revision as of 08:25, 9 October 2024
Policy
Pets bring millions of people emotional relief around the world, unfortunately they are not allowed in the space, no matter how brief the period.
Why?
Unfortunately, furry companions can trigger some of our members asthma. While normal allergies might be treatable with some antihistamines and fresh air, small mammals often trigger more complex underlying conditions such as asthma. Even a brief exposure could trigger severe asthma attacks in some members, which can kill. For members with less severe asthma, exposure to triggers can increase sensitivity, and worsen their condition for weeks or months (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2975603/).
It is unfortunate that this accessibility need is in direct conflict with some who cannot enter a space without the emotional regulation provided from their furry friends, but a choice must be made, and at the time of decision several members reported allergies or co-morbid asthma and allergies to pets, and none expressed being unable to access the space without their pet.
Special Addendum
Note: This restriction only applies to non-human lifeforms