Have you noticed a musty, damp odor? Perhaps you've experienced water damage from a leak in the roof, a damaged pipe, or even flooding?
Whatever the cause, mold in your home is a major source of indoor air pollution and can have serious health risks. Mold produces millions of airborne spores that, when inhaled, cause allergy-like symptoms, including runny nose, itchy watering eyes, coughing, and sneezing. Mold exposure can also exacerbate asthma symptoms, increasing the risk of an asthma attack.
In the right conditions, certain types of molds can also produce Mycotoxins. Although naturally occurring, Mycotoxins can be extremely dangerous for some individuals. They have been associated with liver cancer and kidney failure; they can also damage the brain and central nervous system. For some people, the effects of mold growth can be devastating.
If you’re looking for an air purifier for mold, the Austin Air HealthMate™ is, without doubt, our best HEPA air purifier for damp environments where mold is a problem. 60 square feet of Medical-Grade HEPA in the Austin Air HealthMate™ will effectively remove mold spores from the air, while the blend of activated carbon and zeolite will take care of the Mycotoxins that can develop when mold is present.
Preventing Mildew, Mold, and Mycotoxins This week, 2.5 million people in Florida were placed under mandatory evacuation orders as Tropical Storm Ian ripped through the state, leaving a path of major destruction in its wake. In fact, the National Hurricane Center called it “catastrophic flooding.” The New York Times quoted Governor Ron DeSantis saying, “The damage that was done has been historic… We’ve never seen a flood event like this. We’ve never seen a storm surge of this magnitude.”...
Have you noticed a damp, musty smell or telltale black spots on your walls? Both are a sure sign that you have a mold problem in your home. And although mold is considered a year-round allergy, it can be particularly problematic this time of year. Damp, rainy weather followed by warmer temperatures are ideal conditions for mold to grow and thrive. The Dangers of Mycotoxins When it comes to mold, it’s not just the black spots you need to worry...
Most homes have a distinctive smell but because it’s yours, you probably won’t notice it. Are you ‘nose blind’? Litter trays, animal beds, the trash bin, your fridge.… There’s a long list of things that can cause a stink in your home. But if you’ve become accustomed to them, you won’t always know your home smells a little funky. This is known as ‘nose blindness’. Our brains are programmed to allow familiar smells to fade into the background, this guarantees...
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