The Danger of Mould Spores in the home
Mould (also spelt as mold) is a type of fungi that lives on plants, animals, materials and surfaces. Mould grows in areas with moisture on surfaces or humidity in the air.
Prolonged exposure to high levels of indoor dampness can reduce lung function and cause chronic health problems such as asthma and other serious medical conditions.
In 2012 a study found that infants and young children exposed to mould in the home had an increased risk of developing asthma by the age of 7. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), a considerable proportion of the world’s 300 million cases of childhood asthma is attributable to exposure to indoor dampness and mould.
Mould varieties and what you need to know about mould
Alternaria: Occurs in damp places indoors, such as showers or under leaky sinks
Aspergillus: Often grows on dust, powdery food items and building drywalls
Cladosporium: This can grow in cool or warm areas on fabrics or wood surfaces
Penicillium: Grows on water damaged materials and blue or green in appearance.
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Mould Is Poisoning Australians
Invisible mould be the cause of your health issues. Exhaustion, sleep deprivation, body aches, triggered asthma, lack of motivation & brain fog are just some toxic mould illness symptoms.
How does household mould affect your health?
Those who already suffer from asthma and allergies are more likely to have more severe symptoms when exposed.
Mould accumulates in damp and poorly ventilated buildings. Inhaling mould fragments or spores can inflame the airways, causing nasal congestion, wheezing, chest tightness, coughing and throat irritation.
Toxic mould exposure has also been linked to more serious, long-term effects like memory loss, insomnia, anxiety, depression, trouble concentrating, and confusion. Toxic mould exposure can affect the brain and lead to cognitive and emotional impairment including nervous system challenges
What are the effects of black mould exposure?
There is no single type of mold called “black mould” — many moulds are black and sometimes referred to as toxic mold . When people use the term, they may be referring to a type called Stachybotrys chartarum (S. chartarum), also known as Stachybotrys atra. S. chartarum was not among the three types of mold most strongly associated with asthma development. Mould is particularly dangerous because it releases mycotoxins. Just because mould is present it doesn’t mean it is producing these toxins.
Acknowledgement and Thank you to the following publications and articles:
Medical News Today, Better Health Victoria Australia , The Conversation, Solar Venti, Amen Clinics
