Today's Moldy News

Sorry about the title of today's post ... it was just screaming to be used.

If you don't think mold is a serious or widespread subject, then check out these recent news stories from various newspapers and reporting agencies around the United States.

May 19, 2009: Asbestos, Black Mold a Problem at Ohio College Campus

At Morgens Hall on the University of Cincinnati campus, students are concerned about ongoing asbestos and mold issues plaguing the building. [Read Full Article]


May 23, 2009: High School Tested for Presence of Black Mold

Construction managers for Wilkes-Barre [PA] Area School District are testing the lower level of GAR High School for black mold, according to Superintendent Jeff Namey. Maintenance workers discovered moisture, dust and debris in a space underneath the auditorium stage last week, Namey said. [Read Full Article]


June 3, 2009: Recognizing and preventing moldy houses, part 2

In the May 6 issue of the CCW, I wrote an article on the topic of mold in homes. Apparently, this article struck a nerve with many readers resulting in my hearing from individuals in Southeast Alaska and across the state. I'm building on that basic mold information in this month's article. Two issues are presented: 1) How to determine whether mold is present in your home, and 2) Types of health problems caused by or related to the presence of mold. [Read Full Article]