Allergic reactions are the most common mold health problem from exposure, such as coughs, eye irritation, allergic rhinitis, dermatitis, asthma associated aggravation, and hypersensitivity pneumonitis. More severe responses may be flu-like symptoms such as fever, runny nose, headache, fatigue, and muscle pain. A lack of concentration and mood swings have also been reported. Rare fungal…
If mold is present, what’s the best way to get rid of it? The answer depends on how much mold is present and where it is located. If the mold is on furnishings or boxes, simply discard the materials. Moldy materials are not considered hazardous waste; they can be sent to a regular landfill. However,…
Almost all of us already have two effective mold detectors: our eyes and our noses. If black or green discoloration is noticed that is fuzzy in appearance and is in a location that is damp or had been damp, it is almost certainly mold. If a building smells musty, there probably is mold somewhere; the…
There are only a few molds that can cause infection in healthy humans. Some molds cause infections only in people with compromised immune systems. The biggest health problem from exposure to mold is allergy and asthma in susceptible people. There are more than 100,000 types of mold. Good information has been developed for only a…
Molds are microscopic organisms that digest organic matter and reproduce by releasing spores. Molds are a type of fungi and there are over 100,000 species. In nature, mold helps decompose or break down leaves, wood, and other plant debris. Molds grow best in warm, damp, and humid conditions, but can survive harsh, dry environmental conditions…