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… or produced by living things. They include mould, house dust, bacteria, viruses, animal … Bacteria and viruses can cause infections. Mould can also cause infections, but it rarely … who live in homes with dampness and visible mould. What causes moulds to grow? High …
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… Overview Indoor mould (fungus) is very common in humid areas … that have damp areas such as basements. Mould may trigger symptoms, such as wheezing or … these reactions are called allergens. Mould can get into a building through open …
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… and your family. Stop the health effects of mould exposure. Keep a dry environment indoors to reduce exposure to mould. If you do find mould, it should be removed. If the mouldy area …
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… to pollens, animal dander, dust mites, mould, or cockroaches. footnote 1 Allergy shots … mites , animal dander , cockroaches, and mould make your symptoms worse, it is known as … cockroaches. Animal dander (dog and cat). Mould (fungus). Sublingual immunotherapy may be …
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… after thawing. Handling food with mould on it Experts recommend the following when handling food that has mould on it: footnote 2 Do not smell food that is covered with mould. This could cause lung problems. If food …
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… cause of allergic rhinitis in North America. Mould Mold looks like green, black, or white … the air like pollen. If you are allergic to mould, breathing in the spores will cause a … and window sills. Some outdoor mould spores are more likely to be in the air …
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… Do not dry them outside on a clothesline. Mould Mould may cause allergies that get worse in damp weather. Mould also produces spores that move around in …
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… exposure to animal dander , house dust, or mould. Health Tools Health Tools help you make … specific to your symptoms. Look out for mould. Allergies that are worse in damp weather may be caused by mould. Mould produces spores that move, like …
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… HealthLinkBC File #65b Indoor air quality: Mould and other biological contaminants . … vents outside your home To stop or prevent mould, reduce humidity by venting air from … levels, contributing to the growth of mould On days when outdoor air quality is poor, …
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… bathtubs and showers with soap and water, mould-killing products, or liquid bleach mixed … Allergens in Your Home Controlling Indoor Mould Credits Current as of: February 27, 2023 … bathtubs and showers with soap and water, mould-killing products, or liquid bleach mixed …
