Health Effects of Mold:
Most common types of moulds are generally not harmful to healthy individuals. However, exposure to mould can cause reactions depending on overall health, age and the amount of time an exposed person spends in the home.
The elderly, pregnant women, infants and young children, people with allergies, chronic respiratory illness and/or chemical sensitivities and those with weakened immune systems are most likely to experience health effects from mould.
The most common health problems associated with exposure to mould are:
The elderly, pregnant women, infants and young children, people with allergies, chronic respiratory illness and/or chemical sensitivities and those with weakened immune systems are most likely to experience health effects from mould.
The most common health problems associated with exposure to mould are:
- Eye, nose and throat irritation
- Runny nose, sinus congestion, frequent cold symptoms
- Increased asthma attacks
- Allergic reactions
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