Guest guest Posted October 30, 2003 Report Share Posted October 30, 2003 Molds, Toxic Molds, and Indoor Air Quality. http://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/sis/search/f?./temp/~zyc7bW:2 Molds are essential components of our planets ecosystem providing decomposition of many organic substances necessary to plant, animal, and human life. However, it is also the case that excessive exposure to molds has been a health issue for humans for many, many years. The earliest known writings that appear to discuss mold infestation and remediation (cleaning up, removal) are found in the Old Testament. Molds have been implicated as the cause of a variety of health effects in humans ranging from minor allergic reactions and exacerbation of asthma, to brain damage. Molds have been found growing in private homes, office buildings, schools, automobiles, and other locations where organic matter and water are left unattended. This is not a new issue--just one which, until now, has received little attention by policy makers in the United States. The key to limiting mold exposure is to prevent the germination and growth of mold. Individuals, landlords, building maintenance personnel, architects, and builders need to know effective means of avoiding mold growth which might arise from lifestyle choices or maintenance and construction practices. Likewise, effective means of locating and cleaning existing growths are paramount to decreasing the health effects of mold contamination. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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