Higher Environmental Relative Moldiness Index (ERMI) Values Measured in Homes of Asthmatic Children in Boston, Kansas City, and San Diego Stephen Vesper, PH.D.,1,* Charles Barnes, PH.D.,2 Christina E. Ciaccio, M.D.,2 Alan Johanns, B.A.,3 Kevin Kennedy, M.PH.,...
Ritchie Shoemaker, M. D. Ritchie Shoemaker, M. D., is a recognized leader in patient care, research and education pioneer in the field of biotoxin related illness. While illness acquired following exposure to the interior environment of water-damaged buildings (WDB)...
Asbestos has been in use since prehistoric times. The fact it is dangerous was known at the time of Aristotle, but we’ve used it ever since, despite the hazards. Dangers of asbestos, like those of global warming, are often ignored those in charge of keeping us safe:...
It’s well known that exposure to mold in your house or workplace can negatively impact your health. But if left unaddressed, it can also damage the value of your property. Microscopic organisms belonging to the fungi family, mold reproduces though airborne spores and...
Homebuyers Should Test for Indoor Environmental Quality Issues Recently, a buyer who recently purchased a home filed a lawsuit against the sellers in the county’s circuit court. The lawsuit alleges the previous owners failed to disclose moisture damage, plumbing...
If you’re in an older home with a crawl space, it’s likely not insulated. Many homeowners don’t know how to properly take care of the space. How does it stack up? Do you know what the stack effect is? Most people think of it as light, warm air naturally rising — but...
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