Mold in homes poses a serious health problem. Depending on the types of mold, mold can also damage your home and possessions. The health effects associated with mold exposure are controversial and consist primarily of non-specific symptoms such as headache, fatigue, memory loss, and eye irritation. Symptoms of mold exposure are similar to the same signs and symptoms that occur … [Read more...] about Symptoms of mold exposure
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What Is Mold And How Did It Get In My Home?
3-Minute Video: Click To Watch! Mold growing in nature is a normal, everyday occurrence, but it's not normal when it grows in your home. What exactly is mold, and how does it grow in your home? Molds belong to a group of microscopic organisms called fungi (plural for fungus). It is everywhere, and like it or not, we can't completely eliminate it, nor would we want … [Read more...] about What Is Mold And How Did It Get In My Home?
Mold Spores- Could These Illnesses Be Related?
Mold spores are constantly moving through the air - both indoor and outdoor. They are very tiny and lightweight, and this allows them to travel through the air. They are easily dispersed into the air and are present everywhere. They are released as part of the mold reproductive cycle. Mold spores can survive harsh environmental conditions, such as dry conditions, that do … [Read more...] about Mold Spores- Could These Illnesses Be Related?
Mold In Basement
Question: Hi there, I was hoping to get some clarity on some potential issues with mold in basement. We currently rent out a basement unit. We have never had issues before but the current tenant refuses to run the dehumidifier, as a result her wicker headboard got moldy. We had an air quality test that showed the total airborne fungal spore count for the outdoor sample was … [Read more...] about Mold In Basement
Airborne Mold Spores: Should My Doctor Do any Specific Tests?
Question: My question regards elevated levels of airborne fungal spores. We live in a new home (completed Aug2006). Our house has been tested for mold and the tests have found wet plywood sheathing(>17%) and elevated levels of airborne fungal spores - in particular, the Aspergillus/Penicillium. My husband and I have both had coughs since December/2007. Should I be asking my … [Read more...] about Airborne Mold Spores: Should My Doctor Do any Specific Tests?