Articles Under: Public Health Awareness

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 →