by Moe Bedard | Mar 12, 2024
For some odd reason, many people around the world, and especially here in the U.S., do not think that the common molds found indoors can be toxic, make you ill, and can even be deadly. In my hopes to educate some of these people, I have started a media series called...
by Moe Bedard | Mar 12, 2024
Anywhere there is moisture that sits for a prolonged time period and is a food source, you are most likely going to find mold. That is why a favorite hiding and breeding place for molds (fungi) is in and on the drains (pipe sweating) of your property. Your drains...
by Moe Bedard | Jan 15, 2024
Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe for New Episodes! RSSMycotoxins are toxic substances produced by certain types of molds that can contaminate our indoor environments, food, and even the air we breathe. Exposure to mycotoxins can lead to a range...
by Moe Bedard | Jan 11, 2024
Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe for New Episodes! RSSClean air is essential for our overall well-being and health. Every day, we breathe in countless particles, pollutants, and allergens that can have a significant impact on our respiratory...
by Moe Bedard | Jan 11, 2024
Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe for New Episodes! RSSThe effects of toxic mold exposure can vary from mild to severe, depending on the individual’s sensitivity and the duration of exposure. Symptoms include persistent coughing, wheezing,...
by Moe Bedard | Jan 9, 2024
Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe for New Episodes! RSSMold is a type of fungus that grows in moist, damp environments. As such, mold is commonly found both inside and outside homes. While most types of mold are harmless, there are many that are...
by Moe Bedard | Jan 4, 2024
Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe for New Episodes! RSSMany molds found indoors such as Stachybotrys chartarum, Aspergillus, and Cladosporium produce toxic secondary metabolites called mycotoxins that cause serious health complications when...
by Moe Bedard | Jan 4, 2024
Unseen mold spores, which are microscopic particles released by mold, can trigger various allergic reactions and respiratory issues. It can also damage your property and belongings. If left unchecked, mold can weaken your immune system, the structure of your house and...
by Moe Bedard | Jan 1, 2024
Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe for New Episodes! RSSMold testing is a process used to determine the presence of mold in indoor environments. It involves collecting samples from various surfaces or air and analyzing them to identify the type...
by Moe Bedard | Dec 29, 2023
Proper usage and maintenance of respirator masks are essential to ensure their effectiveness and protect yourself from mold exposure. While finding the best respirator mask for mold is crucial, knowing how to use and maintain it correctly is equally important. First,...