Health Tip: Mold Can Be a Health Risk

(HealthDay News) -- While all types of mold found indoors aren't harmful, touching or inhaling some forms of mold may affect your health and shouldn't be ignored.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency says indoor mold has the potential to cause:

  • An asthma attack in allergic people.
  • Frequent sneezing and runny nose.
  • Red and irritated eyes.
  • Skin rash.
  • Irritation of the throat, nose and lungs.

    • Date Published: 2/28/2024 4:38:34 AM

    Related Articles

    Search Allergy Articles

    Planes' Air Ventilation Can't Spread Nut Allergens to Passengers: Study

    Check Your Pantry, Lay's Classic Potato Chips Recalled Due to Milk Allergy Risk

    There's Still Confusion on How to Spot, Treat Severe Allergic Reactions

    How to Treat Spring Allergies: A Graduated Approach

    FDA Approves First Nasal Spray to Curb Anaphylaxis, An Alternative to Injections

    Night Shift Associated With Asthma Risk In Women

    Race-Neutral Formulas Improve Asthma Detection in Black Children

    Certain Pollens Worse for Triggering Asthma Attacks

    Time Of Day, Year Matters For Asthma Testing

    Back-to-School Tips to Helping Your Kids Breathe Easier

    First U.S. Death From Bird Flu Reported in Louisiana

    Americans Still Consider COVID Major Public Health Threat

    Flu and Stomach Bugs Are Spreading Fast—Are You Prepared?

    Severe Infections Double Risk of Heart Failure

    Severe Flu Season Raises Concerns About Brain Complications in Kids