It is clear that there are some health risks associated with certain mold infestations.
Exposure to elevated mold levels prove unhealthy for anyone, however, there are certain individuals who have the greatest risk for adverse health effects to mold:
· Infants and children
· Elderly
· Immune-compromised patients
· Pregnant women
· Individuals with respiratory conditions (such as allergies, multiple chemical sensitivity and asthma)
There are 3 ways mold spores can enter the human body:
· Inhalation - Breathing in airborne mold spores (probably the most common).
· Skin - Touching moldy surfaces such as furniture, carpet or clothing/bedding, or coming in contact with plants that may have molds.
· Ingestion – Eating food contaminated with toxic fungal species, including nuts, grain, rice and agricultural products.
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