READ: ACEOM Statement on Health Effects Associated with Mold

(1 RC) - This evidence-based statement from the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (ACOEM) discusses the state of scientific knowledge as to the nature of fungal-related illnesses. Particular attention is given to the possible health effects of mycotoxins, which give rise to much of the concern and controversy surrounding indoor molds.

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READ: WHO Guidelines for Indoor Air Quality: Dampness and Mould (Part 3 of 3)

READ: WHO Guidelines for Indoor Air Quality: Dampness and Mould (Part 3 of 3)

(3 RC) - This document provides a comprehensive review of the scientific evidence on health problems associated with building moisture and biological agents. The review concludes that the most important effects are increased prevalences of respiratory symptoms, allergies and asthma as well as perturbation of the immunological system. The document also summarizes the available information on the conditions that determine the presence of mould and measures to control their growth indoors.

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READ: WHO Guidelines for Indoor Air Quality: Dampness and Mould (Part 2 of 3)

READ: WHO Guidelines for Indoor Air Quality: Dampness and Mould (Part 2 of 3)

(3 RC) - This document provides a comprehensive review of the scientific evidence on health problems associated with building moisture and biological agents. The review concludes that the most important effects are increased prevalences of respiratory symptoms, allergies and asthma as well as perturbation of the immunological system. The document also summarizes the available information on the conditions that determine the presence of mould and measures to control their growth indoors.

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READ: WHO Guidelines for Indoor Air Quality: Dampness and Mould (Part 1 of 3)

READ: WHO Guidelines for Indoor Air Quality: Dampness and Mould (Part 1 of 3)

(3 RC) - This document provides a comprehensive review of the scientific evidence on health problems associated with building moisture and biological agents. The review concludes that the most important effects are increased prevalences of respiratory symptoms, allergies and asthma as well as perturbation of the immunological system. The document also summarizes the available information on the conditions that determine the presence of mould and measures to control their growth indoors.

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READ: CDC, Childhood Blood and Environmental Lead Levels Part 2 of 2

READ: CDC, Childhood Blood and Environmental Lead Levels Part 2 of 2

(2 RC) - This document contains basic information and procedures for Community Childhood Blood Lead studies. It is specifically intended to be a field guide for studies seeking to assess child blood lead prevalence and environmental exposures to lead.

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READ: CDC, Childhood Blood and Environmental Lead Levels Part 1 of 2

READ: CDC, Childhood Blood and Environmental Lead Levels Part 1 of 2

(3 RC) - This document contains basic information and procedures for Community Childhood Blood Lead studies. It is specifically intended to be a field guide for studies seeking to assess child blood lead prevalence and environmental exposures to lead.

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