Health officials are reaching about the concerns of mold exposure in hopes to raise awareness among the public. The flood of recent hurricanes has left many working hard to clean up and recover from the storms. These storms have not only caused stress, grief and visible damage it has left the areas affected a perfect breeding ground for mold. The Department of Health is stressing the fact that mold can grow quickly in damp conditions and the importance of properly drying everything that could possibly be host to mold. People with respiratory issues should do their best to minimize their mold exposure. While it is true that people with respiratory concerns are more susceptible to some of its effect, mold does not discriminate against anyone no matter how healthy they may be. Mold is known to affect the immune system, cause headaches, light sensitivity, poor memory and concentration, fatigue and weakness, and the list goes on. To date, more over 1,000 mold species have been identified in the United States alone and 100,000 globally. It is important to note that not all molds are harmful, but it is important not to take any risks. There are many resources available, including podcasts and YouTube videos, for people to learn more about the dangers, and removal remedies both DIY and how to find the right professional for the job.

Key Takeaways:

• One often forgotten danger that comes in the wake of a hurricane or other water disaster is mold.
• When water drenches an area, such as during flooding, it often promotes rapid growth of dangerous mold.
• In addition to the health problems with breathing mold, it can be difficult and expensive to clean affected structures.

“Mold can trigger an asthma attack. If possible, people with asthma should stay away from moldy sites, the advisory said.”

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