Recent Tennessee rains has lead to toxic mold growth in homes. Basements and crawl spaces have flooded, creating the perfect environment for fungus to grow. “If you see a spot that shows up on a wall, that may just be the tip of the iceberg. That could be just a small part of what’s actually going on,” says Mold Drs. USA President Jeremy Akers. One of the dangers with mold is–just because you can’t see it, doesn’t mean it’s not present in your home.
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Toxic mold is one of several issues facing Fort Bragg. A North Carolina group studying soldier housing says, “the barracks are not a suitable home for the Single Soldier and do not meet the Army standard for quality of life and mission readiness.” Col. Stephen J. Sicinski, the garrison commander, defends the living conditions, and believes “our barracks across the board are better than they have ever been in the history of our armed forces.” Fort Bragg has been a pilot program for the First Sergeants Barracks Initiative, a group that gained momentum after a paratrooper’s father posted a video on the internet depicting the poor facilities. The Army has since ordered worldwide inspections of its barracks. Toxic mold has been found at Englewood Health Care & Rehabilitation Center. Following a former employee complaint, AHCA paid an unannounced visit to the facility. State inspectors found mold and water intrusion, peeling paint, soft walls and deteriorating windowsills. The agency says the nursing home’s “failure to repair water damage, prevent mold, and repair and maintain the building” equates to a substandard level of care, and they believe the mold is a health hazard to patients with pre-existing respiratory illnesses. - Update 10-24-09… Post 8-19-09… Toxic mold has been affecting Newberry County employees for years. Problems go back to when the county excavated to create office space in the basement area. “I saw what looked like mold visibly growing on some papers on the department head’s desk. I saw the coil system in our heating and air condition unit evidencing mold growth,” County Administrator Wayne Adams says. Employees are being moved to other locations until renovations can be made. Averill Park High School has a toxic mold problem. A portion of classrooms were closed off after students and staff complained of symptoms such as headaches, itchy throats and stuffed noses. Adirondack Environmental was called out to evaluate and mold was found in at least two classrooms. The school just underwent a new roof renovation this past summer and was hoping that would curb any mold problems, but apparently it didn’t. Bids are being reviewed and repairs will begin in a few weeks. - Jennifer Parker has been diagnosed with toxic mold poisoning. An indoor air quality test of her home revealed high counts of mycotoxins, including stachybotrys, aspergillus, penicillium and trichothecene. After suffering countless symptoms and seeing multiple specialists, it wasn’t until recently when she visited Dr. Andrew Campell in Spring, Texas that she was diagnosed with mycotoxicosis, a condition caused by exposure to mold and fungus. The toxins have damaged her organs and weakened her immune system, to the point where she can get sick from being indoors, riding in a car or even standing downwind from someone who has used laundry detergent to clean their clothes. She has to wear a protective mask wherever she goes and live in a small tent in her parents’ backyard in Somers Point, NY. Campbell said several of the molds found in Parker’s system are known carcinogens. And in some cases, such as the trichothecene, the mycotoxins are so poisonous that they have been used in chemical warfare.
T C Berrien teachers have complained about possible toxic mold. Students and faculty have been removed from their building while repairs are being made. A letter was sent to the parents stating the relocation was due to leaky pipes. A new roof, as well as new tile and carpeting will be installed. Environmental specialist Tony Ferguson visited the building after receiving complaints about mold. His observation of the building spurred a call to the Department of Health and Human Services who has more expertise to handle the situation. Flooding and humidity can be a perfect recipe for toxic mold growth. Mold spores can develop in as little as 24-48 hours, and exposure can lead to potential health risks. As a general rule, if you have more than 10 square feet of mold, you may need to call a professional to assess the situation. Keeping your air conditioner and ceiling fans running may help deter mold, and a dehumidifier may be necessary in some cases. Here are some good tips for making your own (less-toxic) household cleaners. These can help limit your exposure to toxic ingredients and save you money at the same time. Most of the ingredients are from common household items you may already have in your home. Of course, another great non-toxic cleaner is Thieves Household Cleaner. Created from the powerful Thieves oil blend, this multi-purpose cleaner can be very effective at disinfecting and killing germs throughout your home. |
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