Molds are a type of fungus that can grow just about anywhere there's moisture. In fact, some molds even live in the human body - usually without causing illness. Only about half of all types of fungi cause disease in humans; these fungal infections - called mycoses - can affect the skin, nails, body hair, internal organs such as the lungs, and elements such as the nervous system.
Although many people can peacefully co-exist with molds, some live in a constant state of siege. Mold spores waft through the indoor and outdoor air continually - this is how they reproduce. When the spores land on a damp spot, they begin growing and digesting whatever they are growing on in order to survive. There are molds that can grow on wood, paper, carpet, and foods. When excessive moisture or water accumulates indoors, mold growth will often occur, particularly if the moisture problem remains undiscovered or untreated.
There is no practical way to eliminate all molds and mold spores indoors. For people with mold sensitivities or allergies, the all-pervading presence of molds in our environment can lead to seasonal or situational symptoms that make them feel miserable.
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http://www.epa.gov/mold/moldguide.html
Molds produce tiny spores to reproduce. Mold spores waft through the indoor and outdoor air continually. When mold spores land on a damp spot indoors, they may begin growing and digesting whatever they are growing on in order to survive. There are molds that can grow on wood, paper, carpet, and foods. When excessive moisture or water accumulates indoors, mold growth will often occur, particularly if the moisture problem remains undiscovered or un-addressed. There is no practical way to eliminate all mold and mold spores in the indoor environment; the way to control indoor mold growth is to control moisture.
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