Mold loves dampness, in places like the insides of ceilings and walls where there is moisture from a roof or plumbing leak. Some people have no reaction to mold spores in a home, but those who are sensitive can have allergic reactions that range from mild to life-threatening, some experts say. People with asthma, allergies, [...]
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Mold Mimics Canadian Highway System
Thanks to my great interest in science, I monitor numerous science news feeds that get me the latest developments from across the planet. Some of these relate to computers and other technologies of interest to the Overclockers Club community. Other items are just interesting, even though there is no direct link to overclocking or computers. [...]
Brainless slime able to trace map of Canada’s highway system: study
By using brainless yellow slime to trace a surprisingly accurate map of the Canadian highway system, Queen’s University professor Selim Akl claims to have found evidence that the fungus can act a kind of natural computer. On a map of Canada, Mr. Akl placed rolled oats over each of the country’s major population centres, along [...]
Got mold? Try these tips to a healthier home
Warmth, moisture, and plenty of food might sound like the ingredients to a perfect vacation spot, but they’re actually the perfect recipe for the growth of mildew and mold. Mold is alive, but it’s not a plant or an animal. It’s a fungus. There are hundreds and hundreds of different strains of mold and many [...]
Ant Zombie Tale: Mind-Controlling Fungus Loses to Lethal Foe
A fungus that invades the brains of ants, turning them into zombies on a death march, may have met its match. Another parasitic fungus, it turns out, effectively castrates the zombie-ant fungus so it can’t spread its spores, a new study finds. The finding explains how an ant colony can survive infestations by the zombie-ant [...]
Rossen Reports: Are mold contractors charging for unneeded work?
Toxic mold in your home can be dangerous. But when you call mold contractors for help, are they competent and honest? TODAY National Investigative Correspondent went undercover to find out. It can be scary, finding mold in your home. So when you see black spots, you call a mold contractor. But experts say some of [...]
What Tempature Does Mold Grow Best In?
Mold growth is a common problem in many homes, especially those in hot, humid climates. Several things are required for mold growth including food, moisture and the correct temperature. Growing mold is often responsible for damage to home structure and serious health effects in sensitive people. If you can see or smell mold inside your [...]
EFFECTS OF MOLD AND MILDEW ON HEALTH: MOLD AWERNESS CAMP TORONTO
People with mold allergies suffer ill health effects when indoor molds and mildew grow on hard surfaces and fabric in homes and other buildings. Damp conditions and moderate temperature ranges sustain these fungi, which feed on decaying substances on or in materials such as wood, cellulose wall board and upholstery. Short-term symptoms resemble those of [...]
Most Common Types of Toxic Mold Found in Homes
The term “toxic mold” is an often misunderstood term. According to the Center for Disease Control, the species of mold that are referred to as toxic mold are not really toxic by themselves. However, they are capable of producing chemical substances called mycotoxins that are very harmful to the human body. Research scientists report that [...]
The Effects of Mold in Homes: Know More About Mold and Issues
Is your home hazardous to your health? It’s possible, if mold is present and allergic individuals live in the dwelling. Constant sneezing, wheezing, watery eyes and other allergy symptoms could be reactions to mold in the home. Check your home thoroughly for signs of mold growth. Uninhibited mold growth can affect the health of humans [...]
