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Doing Away with Dust Mites

By Amanda Rock, About.com

Got a kid who loves stuffed animals but is allergic to dust mites? Before you get rid of all the furry friends, try placing the toys in plastic bags and putting them in the freezer overnight. (If you live in a cold climate, set them outside or in a garage or unheated porch when the temperature drops to freezing or below.)
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