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Articles Under: Public Health Awareness
The Number 1 Cause of Indoor Mold
Mold in your home or building is not an issue to be taken lightly. While mold may seem like something you can take care of when you have the time due to its ability to lay dormant and remain hard-to-notice, … Continue reading
Water Quality in Florida
In recent years Florida State has been plagued with issues regarding the safety of its drinking water. As a haven for agriculture and wildlife, the quality of Florida’s water is necessary to the health of the humans and animals that … Continue reading
Three Ways to Prevent Mold Growth
Indoor-Restore is an expert mold services organization that believes in preventative environmental practices. Preventing mold has become a very highly publicized public health imperative and as a public service we would like to highlight three of the most effective ways … Continue reading
Mold Exposure and Pregnancy
Of all of the dangers one might come across each day, black mold might just be the most elusive as well as the most damaging without your knowledge. Think about your typical day out and the many different buildings you … Continue reading
Was Your Home Once a Meth Lab or Marijuana Grow?
Older residential buildings, especially apartments, can have a longer history of owners and tenants. While some people buy a house and live it in their whole lives, the average ownership period as of 2007 was only 6 years. Obviously, with … Continue reading
Cryptococcosis – The Disease and Its Causes
In July of 2010 the U.S. Centers for Disease Control issued an initial warning to doctors about the fungus Cryptococcus gattii, which causes Cryptococcosis disease. The CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report apprised health professionals about the deadly, virulent fungus … Continue reading
Mold Inspection: An Important Step for Every San Francisco Bay Area Property Owner or Tenant
The San Francisco Bay Area is a perfect place for mold to grow. The morning and evening fog creates a moisture-rich environment, the temperate climate insures that nothing gets too dry, and the history of the city—with many buildings dating … Continue reading
Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis: Causes & Prevention
Also known as famer’s lung, hypersensitivity pneumonitis is a disease caused by airborne contaminants that are inhaled and trapped within the tissue of the lungs. When exposed to these antigens your body begins to produce antibodies to fight against them. … Continue reading
The Truth behind a Free Mold Inspection: Buyer Beware
When you suspect that mold may be present in your home or business, finding the right professional to do an assessment of your property can be a difficult task. Locating a certified inspector that is both experienced and inexpensive can … Continue reading
Top Three Flood-Prone Areas in California
Earthquakes aren’t the only natural disasters in California. Floods are actually quite common in the Golden State, especially in the regions listed below. Most of the floods in California are caused by high levels of precipitation, snowmelt, and levee breaches, … Continue reading
Top Five Moldiest Places You Live and Work
We encounter mold almost everywhere in our day-to-day lives. From the supermarket to the gym, from our offices to our bedrooms, mold can—and will—grow just about anywhere. Of course, some places are more prone to mold growth than others. Being … Continue reading
California’s Apartment Smoking Ban
Smoking bans have a long history in the United States. Although there are no national smoking bans, numerous states, cities and counties have enacted prohibitions on smoking in public areas. Minnesota’s Clean Indoor Air Act of 1975 was the first … Continue reading
Groundwater Contamination: What You Need to Know
Groundwater contamination is a phrase that many have heard but may not be completely familiar with. Environmental activists such as Erin Brochovich have shined a light on the damaging effects of groundwater contamination. However, what many individuals are not aware … Continue reading
Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis: Causes & Prevention Methods
Hypersensitivity pneumonitis (HP), also known as famer’s lung, is a disease caused by airborne contaminants that are inhaled and trapped within the tissue of the lungs. When exposed to these antigens your body begins to produce antibodies to fight against them. … Continue reading
Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Standards Around the World
Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) has recently come to the fore in international policymaking. While outdoor air pollution continues to be a top priority for governments around the world, in the past decade many nations have awoken to the potential health … Continue reading
The Five Worst Cities for Mold Allergies
Besides the musty odor and visual blight, mold and mildew can cause a wide range of health effects. Mold allergies, for instance, can be a nuisance to people all across the nation, but research shows that some people have it … Continue reading
Mold in the Aftermath of Hurricane Irene
Clean-up efforts in the wake of Hurricane Irene will likely last for months, if not years. But after the debris is pulled from the sidewalks, the water is drained from the basements, and the roofs are all rebuilt, one particular … Continue reading
“Mold School” – The Growing Problem of Dorm Room Mold Outbreaks
As a rite of fall, parents from across the nation pack up the family SUV and move their kids into the dorms of State College U. This can be a stressful time for parents and students alike, and nowadays they … Continue reading
Deadly Black Mold Infests the Headlines
A new and rapidly growing hazard has been spotted in the headlines these days. Mold—deadly black mold, more specifically—is popping up in local evening news programs, national publications, and radio news reports. Stories about illnesses related to mold infestations and … Continue reading
We the Sick People: Mold, Lead, Asbestos and Other Contaminants in Government Buildings
All buildings are prone to wear and tear. Over the years, the components of any building will begin to age and deteriorate without proper upkeep. Recently, we’ve begun to see a number of instances where California government facilities have experienced … Continue reading
Indoor Air Quality and Pollution Awareness
Many Americans are aware of the dangers of poor air quality from pollution in the outside world. Pollen counts and air quality index readings are reported alongside the temperature and humidity in daily weather forecasts. Warning labels and news stories … Continue reading
Tenant Trouble: Landlords Not Disclosing Mold Problems in Rentals
Moving into a new home or apartment can be a daunting task on its own with lease agreements, walk-thrus, deposits, rules, restrictions and so on, not to mention just the strain a move can put on an individual or family. … Continue reading
Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) and Bedbugs
The bedbug is known as one of the most difficult pests to eradicate from a home. Bedbugs have existed for literally thousands of years, feeding on the blood of humans. Around the World War II era, they were thought to … Continue reading
Pure Rooms – The New Age of Hotel Cleanliness
As awareness of Indoor Air Quality and its affect on our health grows, new innovations are being developed to make life more comfortable for those with sensitive respiratory systems or health problems related to Indoor Air Quality. Pure Rooms, the new hotel rooms that claim to remove 99% of all Indoor Air Quality contaminants, is one such innovation, popping up in vacation destinations across the country. Continue reading
