Now entomologists at Washington State University (WSU) have developed a new strain of a mold-like fungus, Metarhizium, that can eradicate the …
Researchers breed a fungus that kills mites to save bees
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‘Black fungus‘ and COVID-19: Myths and facts
In India, COVID-19 has led to a surge in cases of a potentially fatal fungal infection called mucormycosis, popularly known as “black fungus.
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COVID treatment guidelines may contribute to the increase of black mold in India
Together, they are called invasive fungal infections and usually infect people with weakened immune systems or damaged tissues. About 12,000 cases …
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Office and Commercial Buildings at Risk for Mold after COVID-19 Closings
Across the US, thousands of businesses and schools have shut down. In many cases, the HC/AC units have been turned off, and the water has set stagnant in the pipes. When not enough air circulates, pollution builds up indoors.Sometimes efforts to make buildings more energy efficient can backfire by not allowing enough air to move, […]
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New Mold Detox Information on the Horizon
In a recent newsletter by Dr. Neil Nathan (newsletter (#24), I read some encouraging news that I would like to share. Evidence suggests that there is new mold detox information on the horizon. This information is based on a combination of research by about 5 doctors who treat mold patients. These doctors originally researched a […]
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Stachybotrys
Stachybotrys is a genus of mold. There are many different species. The most notorious is Stachybotrys chartarum, known as black mold in the U.S. This mold is frequently associated with poor indoor air quality and water damaged materials. Click here for a post specifically about black mold. During the last 10–15 years case studies have […]
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Your Air Conditioning Unit Helps Eliminate Mold
With all the rain and snow this winter, many homes will have moisture issues. Damage from snow and winds to the roof, and water in the basement are big problems. And, in the summer, humidity creates a moist environment for mold and dust mites to thrive. Thankfully, your air conditioning unit helps eliminate moisture (think […]
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Seattle Children’s operating rooms closed for mold
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Aspergillus mold was discovered in Seattle Children’s Hospital. The hospital has been closed while it is air handling utilities are inspected. A professional hygienist has been called in to help the hospital bring the air handling unit up to speed. This is a reoccurring situation at Seattle Children’s Hospital, but hopefully this time around, the cleanup will not only clean up the air handling unit, but also the rest of the hospital so the problem does not keep cycling.
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Indiana U Mold Lawsuit
Lawsuit Alleges Indiana U. Pressed Health Center to Play Down Mold Threat. The university denies the allegation. The suit also says Indiana deferred crucial maintenance on air systems for years despite knowing of problems, resulting in a 2018-19 mold crisis.
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Mold in Colorado rental units
A resident of the Courtyards at Buckley is suffering health issues reportedly due to mold in his apartment. Apparently the apartment units did not respond to the complaint. Aurora’s Neighborhood Services Department oversees living standards in apartments across the city, and does inspections for things like mold and water damage. You can report similar issues here if you live in Aurora. City Hall
