Mold

MOLD ONFOGRAPHIC IT CAN HAPPEN TO ANYONE 1 Brittany Murphy had in fact been a victim of the Black Mold 2 The Black Mold destroyed her immune system 3 Her husband, British screenwriter, Simon Monjack, was also a victim to the deadly consequences of the mold. MOLD TRIGGERS 1 Mold spores 2 A food source (eg wood, drywall, cotton) 3 Darkness (mold can't grow under ultraviolet light) OWarmth (mold can't grow in freezing temperatures) 6 Охудen 6 Moisture (eg water leaks, humidity) 7 Time factor (most molds can begin to grow in 24-48 hours if the conditions are right) POTENTIAL REASONS FOR MOLD O Humidity 5 Poor ventilation Leaking pipes Wet clothes 3 Leaking roof O Flooding 4 Condensation 8 Damp basement EFFECT ON HEALTH 1 Hair loss O Allergies 2 Irritation of eyes 7 Irritation of nose and throat 3 Rashes 8 Bleeding in the lungs and nose 4 Headaches 9 Vomiting 5 Fever 10 Death PREVENTION OPTIONS 1 Identify problem areas in your home and fix them 2 Dry wet areas immediately 3 Prevent moisture with proper ventilation 4 Equip your home with mold-resistant products 5 Monitor humidity indoors 6 Direct water away from your home 7 Clean or repair roof gutters 8 Improve air flow in your home 9 Keep mold off household plants 10 Educate yourself on your region's climate