Sunday, May 27, 2007
Ten Things You Should Know About Mold
1.Potential health effects and symptoms associated with mold exposures include allergic reactions, asthma, and other respiratory complaints. 2.There is no practical way to eliminate all mold and mold spores in the indoor environment; the way to control indoor mold growth is to control moisture.3.Reduce indoor humidity (to 30-60% ) to decrease mold growth by: venting bathrooms, dryers, and other moisture-generating sources to the outside; using air conditioners and de-humidifiers; increasing ventilation; and using exhaust fans whenever cooking, dishwashing, and cleaning.4.Clean mold off hard surfaces with water and detergent, and dry completely. Absorbent materials such as ceiling tiles, that are moldy, may need to be replaced.5.If mold is a problem in your home or school, you must clean up the mold and eliminate sources of moisture.6.Clean and dry any damp or wet building materials and furnishings within 24-48 hours to prevent mold growth.7.Fix the source of the water problem or leak to prevent mold growth.8.Prevent condensation: Reduce the potential for condensation on cold surfaces (i.e., windows, piping, exterior walls, roof, or floors) by adding insulation.9.In areas where there is a perpetual moisture problem, do not install carpeting (i.e., by drinking fountains, by classroom sinks, or on concrete floors with leaks or frequent condensation).10.Molds can be found almost anywhere; they can grow on virtually any substance, providing moisture is present. There are molds that can grow on wood, paper, carpet, and foods.
Saturday, May 26, 2007
Do molds affect my health?
Generally, the majority of common Molds are not a concern to someone who is healthy. However if you have allergies or asthma, you may be sensitive to Molds. You may experience skin rash, running nose, eye irritation, cough, congestion, and aggravation of asthma. Also if you have an immune suppression or underlying lung disease, you may be at increased risk for infections from Molds. When necessary, some resourceful Molds produce toxins in defense against other Molds and bacteria called mycotoxins. Depending on exposure level, these mycotoxins may cause toxic effects in people, also. Fatigue, nausea, headaches, and respiratory and eye irritation are some symptoms that may be experienced from exposure to mycotoxins. If you or your family members have health problems that you suspect are caused by exposure to Mold, you should consult with your physician.
When is mold a problem?
You may have seen white thread-like growths or clusters of small black specks along your damp bathroom or basement walls, or smelled a "musty" odor. Seeing and smelling Mold is a good indication that you have a Mold problem. However, you cannot always rely upon your senses to locate Molds. Hidden Mold can be growing behind wall coverings or ceiling tiles. Common places to find Mold are in areas where water has damaged building materials and furnishings perhaps from flooding or plumbing leaks. Mold can also be found growing along walls where warm moist air condenses on cooler wall surfaces, such as inside cold exterior walls, behind dressers, headboards, and in closets where articles are stored against walls. Rooms with both high water usage and humidity, such as kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, and basements are often havens for Mold. If you notice Mold or know of water damaged areas in your home, it is time to take action to control its growth.
What can I use to clean up mold?
The time you are most likely to stir up spores and be exposed is the very time you are trying to clean up your Mold problem. That's when you need to be the most careful. First, try to determine the extent of the Mold infestation. If the area is small and well defined, clean up can be done by you, as long as you are free of any health symptoms or allergies. However, if the Mold problem is extensive, such as between the walls or under the floors, you should leave clean up to a professional.
Must landlords inform tenants about mold?
Yes! In 2005, the Washington State legislature approved Engrossed Senate Bill (ESB) 5049 (See especially Section 2.12) that requires landlords to notify their tenants about Mold. For more information on these requirements, see the DOH Web page on this requirement for landlords and the timing of notification.
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Expert knows that every industry has a need for a mold maker to speed up the manufacturing process or for new design work. Not all "hands on personnel" are adept for rigid and flexible mold making, so as a consultant, he has been brought in to demonstrate the use of the products available for the respective tasks. He would develop a "teaching program" with the help of management in selecting staff members to train. Again, the managers tell Expert what they want, the cost limits and chain of command to interface with to do the job right for their project. Expert's expertise in selecting the right materials, cost, and production time in mold making helps the company from the drawing board to production.
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Each year, the Mold Making and Mold Design Division of the Society of Plastics Engineers looks for award recipients for its two awards: Mold Maker of the Year and Mold Designer of the Year. Potential recipients are solicited through the division's newsletter, ballots, trade publications, etc. This year, the division is requesting your assistance to put forth qualified candidates. The awards are sponsored by DME and Progressive Components respectively. Recipients are awarded $500.00, which will be donated on their behalf to a technical school of their choice. The following information briefly outlines the criteria for the awards:
Candidates for Nomination:
Is or was a Mold Maker/Mold Designer Has made a contribution to the industry Is active in trade societies, training and in establishing industry policies, etc. Has strong technical experience Has a reputation for conducting business in a fair and honest manner Does not have to be an SPE member A brief biography should also be forwarded about the candidate detailing his/her accomplishments For additional information please contact:Scott L. PetersDivision Chair 2004-2005330/920-1560
Candidates for Nomination:
Is or was a Mold Maker/Mold Designer Has made a contribution to the industry Is active in trade societies, training and in establishing industry policies, etc. Has strong technical experience Has a reputation for conducting business in a fair and honest manner Does not have to be an SPE member A brief biography should also be forwarded about the candidate detailing his/her accomplishments For additional information please contact:Scott L. PetersDivision Chair 2004-2005330/920-1560
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Automated "Design To Manufacture" has always been the mark which companies strive to reach. The seamless integration from design to manufacture stands as the pinnacle in all mold-making facilites. In an ever increasing global mold-making economy, this design to manufacturing goal has now become a necessity rather than a luxury. The new "E-Mold" marketplace has forced the hand of all mold makers to streamline their processes in order to compete with the rest of the world.
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Har Jing Plastic Mold Co., Ltd Been devoted to the research and development of the mold products all the time , has produced and sold and popularized . It is specialized mold manufacturer, mold maker, mold making, plastic mold, injection mold, plastic injection mold. The company has accumulated abundant practical experience in engineering and scientific management respect, the quality of becoming reconciled according to the new design, the products are sold well all over the world. Har Jing Plastic Mold Co., Ltd has an excellent team for designing, engineering and manufacturing. "Honesty and responsibility" is alwa Har Jing Plastic Mold Co., Ltd Been devoted to the research and development of the mold products all the time , has produced and sold and popularized . It is specialized mold maker, mold making, mold maker manufacturer, plastic mold, plastic mold manufacturer, injection mold, injection mold manufacturer, plastic injection mold, plastic injection mold manufacturer, mold manufacturer. The company has accumulated abundant practical experience in engineering and scientific management respect, the quality of becoming reconciled according to the new design, the products are sold well all over the world. Har Jing Plastic Mold Co., Ltd has an excellent team for designing, engineering and manufacturing. "Honesty and responsibility" is always considered as our faith and customers' satisfaction is the best measurement standard ” as our quality principle. We have been doing our utmost to be the top in the world by giving high attention to the policy of talent-oriented and enterprising pursuit. We provide our customers with high quality molds, reasonable price, fast delivery and good service to ensure our timely pace of entering into the market of new products by means of advanced technic and rich throughput, our good business cooperation with customes from USA, Canada, Russia, Australia, Japan, Southeast and North Africa countries has laid a solid foundation for our large market share. ys considered as our faith and customers' satisfaction is the best measurement standard ” as our quality principle. We have been doing our utmost to be the top in the world by giving high attention to the policy of talent-oriented and enterprising pursuit. We provide our customers with high quality molds, reasonable price, fast delivery and good service to ensure our timely pace of entering into the market of new products by means of advanced technic and rich throughput, our good business cooperation with customes from USA, Canada, Russia, Australia, Japan, Southeast and North Africa countries has laid a solid foundation for our large market share.
MOLD. . .What is it all about?
Mold has certainly made its way into people's homes as well as the headlines recently. Many people still don't fully understand the health hazards of fungal exposure. The term toxic Mold is somewhat misleading as it exudes an idea that certain Molds are toxic, when actually certain types of Molds produce secondary metabolites that produce toxins. The correct term is mycotoxins. Airborne mycotoxins from can definitely destroy one's health. Sometimes, people are unaware that they are breathing Mold spores and mycotoxins until they are very sick. Certain people have a minor allergic reactions to the non-toxic Mold, but once you leave the affected area they most likely recover with few serious side effects. However, if they have been exposed to the dangerous Molds such as Stachybotrys or Chaetomium, they could suffer from a myriad of serious symptoms and illnesses such as chronic bronchitis, learning disabilities, mental deficiencies, heart problems, cancer, multiple sclerosis, chronic fatigue, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple chemical sensitivity, bleeding lungs and much more.
This non-profit organization is dedicated to the hundreds of thousands of innocent people who have lost their lives, health, and homes to this scourge as our government, insurance companies, social service organizations, and disaster management groups have ignored them in their greatest time of need. We offer the finest education, resources, and solutions regarding what everyone must know about one of the most devastating national health hazards of this millennium.
Unfortunately, the government has failed to establish guidelines that determine unhealthful amounts of poor indoor air quality standards, making it impossible for thousands of sick people to obtain help during this looming national health crisis. This is the main reason why so many people are confused about the damage Mold can cause. As most know, many Molds can cause allergens that can affect some of the population, but some Molds can also cause toxins, which can affect everyone, depending on the length of exposure. Approximately 25 million Americans suffer from allergic reactions to Molds yet most of them don't even realize that when they're sneezing and sniffling the cause could be from fungi.
The Molds that produce airborne toxins that can cause serious symptoms, such as breathing difficulties, memory and hearing loss, dizziness, flu-like symptoms, and acid reflux. Common ailments from toxigenic Mold---including allergies (hypersensitivity after initial toxicity), and excessive bruising---usually can be treated and reduced after people leave their contaminated environment. Often medication, diet, and other treatment protocols are necessary. But other health problems may remain permanently, such as brain damage and weakened immune systems. Eyesight, memory, coordination/balance, and hearing are generally the most common residual effects that often do not improve after treatment in most cases.
Molds can be found wherever there is moisture, oxygen, and something to feed on. In the fall, they grow on rotting logs and fallen leaves, especially in moist, shady areas. In gardens, they can be found in compost piles and on certain grasses and weeds. Molds grow in our homes in moist warm areas like damp basements, closets, and bathrooms, even after the moisture has dried up. Also, Molds can grow in places where fresh food is stored, refrigerator drip trays, house plants, humidifiers, garbage pails, mattresses, upholstered furniture, or foam rubber pillows. The worst place that Molds can grow, however, is inside wall cavities and flooring of our homes, wherever there may be cellulose materials they can feed on, such as wood, ceiling tiles, or plasterboard, even if they are not visible, and they have sustained water damage at one time or another. This is very common if there has been a plumbing leak or an inadequate roof.
Many people are either unaware, ignorant, or in denial about the severe health hazards involved with some types of indoor household Molds. Molds come in thousands of different varieties, but a few who are some of the offenders that invade our homes. Alternaria and Cladosporium are the Molds most commonly found both indoors and outdoors throughout the United States. Aspergillus, Penicillium, Helminthosporium, Epicoccum, Fusarium, Mucor, Rhizopus, and Aureobasidium are also common. One of the mycotoxins, aflatoxin, is produced by the fungi Penicillium, Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus. Four different aflatoxins, B1, B2, G1 and G2, have been identified with B1 being the most toxic, carcinogenic and prevalent. Another very dangerous family of toxin producers is Fusarium. The toxins zearalenone, trichothecenes or moniliformin can be formed by various types of Fusarium including F. moniliforme, F. oxysporum, F. culmorum, F. avenaceum, F. equiseti, F. roseum, and F. nivale.
The most dangerous Mold strains are: Chaetomium (pronounced Kay-toe-MEE-yum) and Stachybotrys chartarum (pronounced Stack-ee-BOT-ris Shar-TAR-um) as they have been proven to produce demylenating mycotoxins among others, meaning they can lead to autoimmune disease. Under certain growth and environmental conditions, both of these fungi release toxic, microscopic spores and several types of mycotoxins that can cause the worst symptoms which are usually irreversible such as neurological and immunological damage. Some of these natural mycotoxins include a very strong class known as trichothecenes. Trichothecenes are also produced by several common Molds including species in the genera Acremonium, Cylindrocarpon, Dendrodochium, Myrothecium, Trichoderma, and Trichothecium. The trichothecenes are potent inhibitors of DNA, RNA, and protein synthesis, and have been well studied in animal models because of concern about their potential misuse as agents of biological warfare, due to their ability to destroy human health (mentally and physically), and never appear in an autopsy.
The disturbing factor about airborne mycotoxins is that it is impossible to know how much damage they have caused to one's health until it is too late. Therefore, It is imperative to not knowingly expose oneself even for brief periods of time in any place that smells Moldy or has an appearance of Mold or mildew. If you suspect that the air quality in your home is being compromised by Mold spores you can have the air tested, but it can be quite expensive in some instances. It's worth it if it helps save your health. Mold Help approved testing companies are listed on this site with more reasonable costs. These testing companies have been approved due to their thoroughness, value, and efficacy. You will find that their cost is generally lower than most, but this in no way compromises the value of their work.
Some Molds are cryophytes (these adapt to low temperatures), some are thermo tolerant (they adapt to a wide range of temperatures) and some are thermophiles (they adapt to high temperatures). Depending on the species, these microbes will grow just about anywhere. Not even a fire in excess of 500 degrees Fahrenheit has been able to destroy some Molds such as Stachybotrys. Mold requires a compatible temperature for each species. Environmental factors (temperature, nitrogen, oxygen, etc. ) are necessary compounds for indoor Molds to thrive.
Mold also needs an organic source of food. People might be confused as Mold can grow on glass, tile, stainless steel, cookware, etc., but it is generally feeding off of some organic source deposited on this material (oils, film, dirt, skin cells, etc.). The fiberglass insulation which some assume that Mold does not grow on their product which is a fairly true statement, however, it grows on the organic debris that become trapped in these products. Mold also grows on things such as wood, fabric, leather, gypsum, fiberboard, drywall, stucco, and many insulation fibrous materials. All Molds require some form of moisture to grow however, like temperature, the amount of moisture varies for different species. Some are xerophillic (colonize under very dry conditions) some are xerotolerant (colonize under a wide range of moisture levels) and some are hydrophilic (colonize at high moisture levels). It does not have to be a leak. . . Humidity or moisture content of the substrate can often be sufficient (relative humidity 50% start becoming problematic in many indoor cases). It can spread very easily through any HVAC system.
Mycotoxins are examples of chemical substances that Molds create generally as secondary metabolites, thought to possibly play a role in either helping to prepare the substrate on which they exist for digestion, as defense mechanisms, and some have suggested that they may be produced when the organisms are under stress, which could be related to competition/defense, or simply due to inhospitable environmental conditions. The mycotoxins, which are also neurotoxins (a toxin that is determined to cause neurological damage), most commonly reach people from the air, via spores from the Molds in question. They are also found in small particulates at times which may often represent Mold dust, small particles of Mold that has dried and turned to dust. Spores, when inhaled, can begin to colonize in the sinuses and throughout the body, including the brain, lung and gut after a period of time.
Sick buildings are one of the major causes of fungal illness, primarily mycotoxicosis, in industrialized nations today. The United States is the least developed in fungal illness research and assistament to the community due to the high costs and fear of reprisals, so sadly, most American physicians have little or no education in treating this health crisis. The average American physician knows only how to identify a Mold hyphae under a microscope, at best. Mycotoxicosis, often mistakenly called "Toxic Mold Syndrome" out of ignorance, has reached epidemic proportions at a national level in the United States due to defective construction, lack of regular maintenance, shoddy and inappropriate building materials, ignorance, and lack of government involvement; all or in part due to the high costs of standard and substandard remediation.
This illness has been so misunderstood, some who profit from the misfortunes of these poor individuals even go so low as to claim that there is no evidence to back up the fact that Mold can cause permanent neurological, psychological, immunological and pathological damage, despite the medical data from well respected physicians all over the world.
This site contains everything you need to know about this national health crisis including scientific literature, symptoms, treatments, associated illnesses, related articles, archived news articles on several subjects regarding fungi, a discussion board, physicians list, related resources, spiritual definitions, and many solutions with our new Mold Help Approved Services and Products.
The information on this website has been disseminated as a service to assist in this public health crisis at no charge. We welcome your comments, suggestions, and stories. Your input is a valuable part of our success. This site is not intended to give medical advice. Seek the advice of a professional for diagnosis, medication, treatment options, and complete knowledge of any illness. The opinions expressed here are exclusively our personal opinions and conttributing authors thus may not necessarily reflect our peers or professional affiliates. The information here does not reflect professional advice and is not intended to supersede the professional advice of others.
"I am a firm believer in the people. If given the truth they can be depended upon to meet any national crisis. The great point is to bring them the real facts." -- Abraham Lincoln
Mission Statement: The mission of the Mold Help Organization is to offer information, education, referral, resources, and solutions to fungal disease issues. We feel it is our moral and humanistic responsibility to promote advocacy on this national health crisis.
This non-profit organization is dedicated to the hundreds of thousands of innocent people who have lost their lives, health, and homes to this scourge as our government, insurance companies, social service organizations, and disaster management groups have ignored them in their greatest time of need. We offer the finest education, resources, and solutions regarding what everyone must know about one of the most devastating national health hazards of this millennium.
Unfortunately, the government has failed to establish guidelines that determine unhealthful amounts of poor indoor air quality standards, making it impossible for thousands of sick people to obtain help during this looming national health crisis. This is the main reason why so many people are confused about the damage Mold can cause. As most know, many Molds can cause allergens that can affect some of the population, but some Molds can also cause toxins, which can affect everyone, depending on the length of exposure. Approximately 25 million Americans suffer from allergic reactions to Molds yet most of them don't even realize that when they're sneezing and sniffling the cause could be from fungi.
The Molds that produce airborne toxins that can cause serious symptoms, such as breathing difficulties, memory and hearing loss, dizziness, flu-like symptoms, and acid reflux. Common ailments from toxigenic Mold---including allergies (hypersensitivity after initial toxicity), and excessive bruising---usually can be treated and reduced after people leave their contaminated environment. Often medication, diet, and other treatment protocols are necessary. But other health problems may remain permanently, such as brain damage and weakened immune systems. Eyesight, memory, coordination/balance, and hearing are generally the most common residual effects that often do not improve after treatment in most cases.
Molds can be found wherever there is moisture, oxygen, and something to feed on. In the fall, they grow on rotting logs and fallen leaves, especially in moist, shady areas. In gardens, they can be found in compost piles and on certain grasses and weeds. Molds grow in our homes in moist warm areas like damp basements, closets, and bathrooms, even after the moisture has dried up. Also, Molds can grow in places where fresh food is stored, refrigerator drip trays, house plants, humidifiers, garbage pails, mattresses, upholstered furniture, or foam rubber pillows. The worst place that Molds can grow, however, is inside wall cavities and flooring of our homes, wherever there may be cellulose materials they can feed on, such as wood, ceiling tiles, or plasterboard, even if they are not visible, and they have sustained water damage at one time or another. This is very common if there has been a plumbing leak or an inadequate roof.
Many people are either unaware, ignorant, or in denial about the severe health hazards involved with some types of indoor household Molds. Molds come in thousands of different varieties, but a few who are some of the offenders that invade our homes. Alternaria and Cladosporium are the Molds most commonly found both indoors and outdoors throughout the United States. Aspergillus, Penicillium, Helminthosporium, Epicoccum, Fusarium, Mucor, Rhizopus, and Aureobasidium are also common. One of the mycotoxins, aflatoxin, is produced by the fungi Penicillium, Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus. Four different aflatoxins, B1, B2, G1 and G2, have been identified with B1 being the most toxic, carcinogenic and prevalent. Another very dangerous family of toxin producers is Fusarium. The toxins zearalenone, trichothecenes or moniliformin can be formed by various types of Fusarium including F. moniliforme, F. oxysporum, F. culmorum, F. avenaceum, F. equiseti, F. roseum, and F. nivale.
The most dangerous Mold strains are: Chaetomium (pronounced Kay-toe-MEE-yum) and Stachybotrys chartarum (pronounced Stack-ee-BOT-ris Shar-TAR-um) as they have been proven to produce demylenating mycotoxins among others, meaning they can lead to autoimmune disease. Under certain growth and environmental conditions, both of these fungi release toxic, microscopic spores and several types of mycotoxins that can cause the worst symptoms which are usually irreversible such as neurological and immunological damage. Some of these natural mycotoxins include a very strong class known as trichothecenes. Trichothecenes are also produced by several common Molds including species in the genera Acremonium, Cylindrocarpon, Dendrodochium, Myrothecium, Trichoderma, and Trichothecium. The trichothecenes are potent inhibitors of DNA, RNA, and protein synthesis, and have been well studied in animal models because of concern about their potential misuse as agents of biological warfare, due to their ability to destroy human health (mentally and physically), and never appear in an autopsy.
The disturbing factor about airborne mycotoxins is that it is impossible to know how much damage they have caused to one's health until it is too late. Therefore, It is imperative to not knowingly expose oneself even for brief periods of time in any place that smells Moldy or has an appearance of Mold or mildew. If you suspect that the air quality in your home is being compromised by Mold spores you can have the air tested, but it can be quite expensive in some instances. It's worth it if it helps save your health. Mold Help approved testing companies are listed on this site with more reasonable costs. These testing companies have been approved due to their thoroughness, value, and efficacy. You will find that their cost is generally lower than most, but this in no way compromises the value of their work.
Some Molds are cryophytes (these adapt to low temperatures), some are thermo tolerant (they adapt to a wide range of temperatures) and some are thermophiles (they adapt to high temperatures). Depending on the species, these microbes will grow just about anywhere. Not even a fire in excess of 500 degrees Fahrenheit has been able to destroy some Molds such as Stachybotrys. Mold requires a compatible temperature for each species. Environmental factors (temperature, nitrogen, oxygen, etc. ) are necessary compounds for indoor Molds to thrive.
Mold also needs an organic source of food. People might be confused as Mold can grow on glass, tile, stainless steel, cookware, etc., but it is generally feeding off of some organic source deposited on this material (oils, film, dirt, skin cells, etc.). The fiberglass insulation which some assume that Mold does not grow on their product which is a fairly true statement, however, it grows on the organic debris that become trapped in these products. Mold also grows on things such as wood, fabric, leather, gypsum, fiberboard, drywall, stucco, and many insulation fibrous materials. All Molds require some form of moisture to grow however, like temperature, the amount of moisture varies for different species. Some are xerophillic (colonize under very dry conditions) some are xerotolerant (colonize under a wide range of moisture levels) and some are hydrophilic (colonize at high moisture levels). It does not have to be a leak. . . Humidity or moisture content of the substrate can often be sufficient (relative humidity 50% start becoming problematic in many indoor cases). It can spread very easily through any HVAC system.
Mycotoxins are examples of chemical substances that Molds create generally as secondary metabolites, thought to possibly play a role in either helping to prepare the substrate on which they exist for digestion, as defense mechanisms, and some have suggested that they may be produced when the organisms are under stress, which could be related to competition/defense, or simply due to inhospitable environmental conditions. The mycotoxins, which are also neurotoxins (a toxin that is determined to cause neurological damage), most commonly reach people from the air, via spores from the Molds in question. They are also found in small particulates at times which may often represent Mold dust, small particles of Mold that has dried and turned to dust. Spores, when inhaled, can begin to colonize in the sinuses and throughout the body, including the brain, lung and gut after a period of time.
Sick buildings are one of the major causes of fungal illness, primarily mycotoxicosis, in industrialized nations today. The United States is the least developed in fungal illness research and assistament to the community due to the high costs and fear of reprisals, so sadly, most American physicians have little or no education in treating this health crisis. The average American physician knows only how to identify a Mold hyphae under a microscope, at best. Mycotoxicosis, often mistakenly called "Toxic Mold Syndrome" out of ignorance, has reached epidemic proportions at a national level in the United States due to defective construction, lack of regular maintenance, shoddy and inappropriate building materials, ignorance, and lack of government involvement; all or in part due to the high costs of standard and substandard remediation.
This illness has been so misunderstood, some who profit from the misfortunes of these poor individuals even go so low as to claim that there is no evidence to back up the fact that Mold can cause permanent neurological, psychological, immunological and pathological damage, despite the medical data from well respected physicians all over the world.
This site contains everything you need to know about this national health crisis including scientific literature, symptoms, treatments, associated illnesses, related articles, archived news articles on several subjects regarding fungi, a discussion board, physicians list, related resources, spiritual definitions, and many solutions with our new Mold Help Approved Services and Products.
The information on this website has been disseminated as a service to assist in this public health crisis at no charge. We welcome your comments, suggestions, and stories. Your input is a valuable part of our success. This site is not intended to give medical advice. Seek the advice of a professional for diagnosis, medication, treatment options, and complete knowledge of any illness. The opinions expressed here are exclusively our personal opinions and conttributing authors thus may not necessarily reflect our peers or professional affiliates. The information here does not reflect professional advice and is not intended to supersede the professional advice of others.
"I am a firm believer in the people. If given the truth they can be depended upon to meet any national crisis. The great point is to bring them the real facts." -- Abraham Lincoln
Mission Statement: The mission of the Mold Help Organization is to offer information, education, referral, resources, and solutions to fungal disease issues. We feel it is our moral and humanistic responsibility to promote advocacy on this national health crisis.
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