Building-related respiratory symptoms can be predicted with semi-quantitative indices of exposure to dampness and mold.

Park J.H., Schleiff P.L., Attfield M.D., Cox-Ganser J.M., Kreiss K.
building, humidity, respiratory illness, mould
Year:
2004
Bibliographic info:
Indoor Air , Vol. 14, N° 6, December 2004, pp 425-433, 3 Tab., 39 Ref.

This study aims at demonstrating that semi-quantitative dampness/mold exposure indices can predict existence of excessive building-respiratory symptoms and diseases. Those findings justify action to correct water leaks and repair water damage in ordre to prevent them.

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