Once valued for its ability to withstand extreme heat and chemicals and impressive strength, asbestos was a material hugely popular in the component, construction, shipbuilding and automotive industries until the 1970s. The mining of asbestos may be prohibited presently, but the import of asbestos remains. Annually, an estimation of 6,000 deaths in U.S.A. are caused […]
Read MoreMonth: November 2020
Understanding The Difference Between Mold And Mildew
Most individuals who come across dirt in their properties are unsure if it is mold or mildew. Many may think that these terms have the same meaning. However, if one were to take a closer look, both are not so similar after all. If one is seeking to understand the detrimental effects that mold and […]
Read MoreMold Toxicity Can Cause Psychiatric Symptoms
Moisture is the main cause of mold growth. Although mold exists everywhere, illnesses and other problems occur when there is an imbalance of mold level in the building, including residential and commercial buildings where water damage has occurred and the construction materials used in the building becomes a suitable medium for toxic mold to grow. […]
Read MoreMesothelioma Awareness Day: Understanding The Dangers Of Asbestos
The presence of asbestos in schools, homes, workplaces, and other buildings is not an isolated case. It is a wide-spread case. Many buildings are still full of items that contain this dangerous substance. Because of that, people are constantly exposed to the risk of inhaling it and contracting mesothelioma. Most states across the US have […]
Read MoreHow You Can Remove Mold With Your Air Purifier
To many of us, coming across mold is something that all of us dread. However, are you aware that one can get rid of mold successfully using an air purifier? Shockingly, not many individuals are aware of this. It is key that mold should be removed in common areas, especially if there are people around […]
Read MoreHow You Can Prevent Mold From Growing In Your Safe
A safe is supposed to be a secure place where you keep your most important items. It should provide protection against fires, theft, water damage, mutilation, and many others. When you notice that your valuables are not safe after all, it becomes a big concern. One thing that can make your safe unsafe is mold […]
Read MoreHow To Recover From Black Mold Poisoning
One of the characteristics of black mold is that it occurs in places where it is difficult to spot the. It makes it difficult for people to remove it early, and therefore, it is likely to cause a lot of damage. If you want to keep yourself safe from black mold poisoning, you should start […]
Read MoreHow Floods Can Increase The Risk Of Asbestos Exposure
Asbestos exposure causes three main fatal health problems including the asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma. Such exposure usually happens when a homeowner or a worker breathes in asbestos fibers that get trapped in the lungs. Once widely used due to its ability to withstand extreme heat and chemicals and impressive strength, asbestos was a material […]
Read MoreAsbestos Vs. Mesothelioma: What Is the Difference?
Many people have the misconception that asbestosis and mesothelioma are very much alike. However, there are distinct differences to these 2 diseases. The inhalation of asbestos fibers can trigger asbestosis and mesothelioma, causing people to get mixed up between the 2 diseases. Asbestosis is a naturally occurring mineral that handles corrosion and heat well. Materials […]
Read MoreAsbestos In U.S. Schools Is A Growing Concern
Asbestos-containing materials were used in construction until 1980. Although it has been long since that action, people are still not safe from the effects of the substance. Those who live in houses constructed before then are exposed to the highest risk. In schools, children are exposed to this danger, and it has been a growing […]
Read More