Managing mold in buildings: IAQ determines the source, define the cause and deliver the solution

March 25, 2009 - PRLog -- Introduction

Airborne levels vary according to locale and current environmental conditions. Sometimes conditions indoors can be favourable for fungal growth resulting in increased levels of airborne fungal spores. Inhalation of such elevated levels of airborne spores can result in allergic or toxic responses. Although infection can occur in an otherwise healthy individual, those most susceptible include: Infant, the children, the elderly and immune compromised individuals.

Exposure to mold spores and their mycotoxins can lead to a variety of non-specific health problems such as: Sinus problems, respiratory problems (wheezing, coughing, and difficulty breathing), headaches, cold and flu-like symptoms (fever, muscle ache, fatigue), sore throats, eye irritation, frequent bloody noses.

The types of health problems that develop depend on a variety of factors: The length and amount of exposure; the mold growth conditions. Health symptoms may develop from chronic exposure and the mold growth conditions or from acute term exposure at very high levels, like those that occur during mold abatement. The greatest factor affecting the development of health problems is individual sensitivity. Mold exposure may be especially hazardous in young infants. In most cases, MOLD INDUCED HEALTH SYMPTOMS WILL DIMINISH UPON REMOVAL FROM THE ENVIRONMENT WITH MOLD ABATEMENT.


Way forward

IAQ is Singapore's leading specialist in the field of Indoor Environmental Quality ("IEQ"). Our Mission is to provide our clients with practical, cost-effective solutions to Indoor Air Quality problems, and help them achieve sustainable and safer indoor working and living environments. IAQ has a vast experience of indoor environment testing, and providing customised solutions specific for the problems encountered. This has earned us a reputation for delivering Solutions for Healthier Environments - because IAQ always attacks the root cause of a problem, not just its symptoms.


For further information on Indoor Air Quality and Health, please visit http://iaqsg.com


Need Professional Assistance?

Please feel free to contact Mr Charn @ Tel: 6241 9443/ Hp: 9321 9321, Mr. Moshood Hp: 93225506 or email mof@iaqsg.com if you are interested in having your indoor air tested or audited to monitor the indoor air mold in your environment.

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