For residents of Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (the DMV region), mold exposure is not just an occasional household nuisance; it is a pervasive environmental hazard driven by geography and architecture. The region’s humid climate features high annual rainfall...
When Allergies Affect More Than Your Nose: Understanding Whole-Body Symptoms Most people think of allergies as sneezing, itchy eyes, or a stuffy nose. But for many, allergies can affect more than your nose. Allergies show up in ways that seem completely...
Mold can have detrimental effects on children's health. Mold is a type of fungi found both indoors and outdoors, but due to their developing immune systems and unique vulnerabilities, children are more susceptible to the harmful effects of mold exposure. Mold...
Fall is the season for mold allergies and seasonal mold allergies can be experienced from mid-August until mid-December. They may subside as the cold weather starts, or flare up when the weather is damp and rainy. And, a mold allergy can be year-round if you are...
The symptoms of a mold allergy are the same as with any type of respiratory allergy: sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes/nose/throat, nasal congestion, cough or post nasal drainage, headache, rash, even asthma. Only some types of mold spores actually cause a reaction but...
Mold at home? Mold assessment is a common call in my line of work. Flooding, leaks and moisture can often be found in the home or office. Water intrusion specialists handle water cleanup; mold inspectors perform mold investigation; and home inspectors consider the...
Fall Allergies: Ragweed, and the Ragweed Family Fall allergies appear in August as people start sneezing from ragweed and other weeds. A ragweed allergy is also known as hay fever. The drier the weather, the worse the pollen count. Ragweed allergies usually peak in...
Fall is beautiful with the crisp, fall mornings and the gorgeous colors of the changing leaves. As the leaves change, it is also often the time that those sensitive to mold will experience allergy symptoms. Symptoms of Mold Allergies The symptoms of mold...
Fall is Mold season and this article is by a certified mold professional to discuss the importance of indoor air quality as it relates to our health. Ed Williamson is an expert in home and environmental mold assessment and mold remediation. I would like to just talk...