Author Archives: George Hatcher
Guest column | Moldy food is linked to serious health issues like cancer and nerve damage
Moldy food is linked to serious health issues like cancer and nerve damage. © iStock There are no absolute guidelines on what is safe to eat. However, in some cases, gambling with your stomach rather than wasting food may not be … Continue reading
“Seriously concerning”: Redditor shares photo of mold under sink to r/whatisit, discovers it’s toxic
“This looks like some eldritch horror thing.” Read More
Signs You’ve Been Exposed to Black Mold—and When To Get Help
Breathing in black mold spores may trigger symptoms like coughing, wheezing, and a stuffy nose, particularly in people with asthma and allergies. Read More
Deadly ‘Pharaoh’s Curse Fungus’ Could be Used to Fight Cancer
The fungus blamed for King Tut’s “mummy’s curse” may soon become a powerful new weapon against leukemia. Read More
How to Grow and Care for Dog Vomit Slime Mold
Dog vomit slime mold is an unsightly but harmless yellow mass that often grows in mulch. Here’s how to remove or prevent it. Read More
Signs Your House Has Mold—And How to Get Rid of It
Here are the keys to mold detection, removal, and prevention. Read More
Mold
Molds can be found everywhere, and we encounter them every day. These organisms can affect human health in a variety of ways, depending on the type of mold, amount and duration of exposure, and the person exposed. Read More
Costco recalls household item with warning dangerous mold could cause health issues
Costco is recalling a variety of household items from its stores due to safety concerns, including certain air conditioners that pose a potential health and safety risk Read More
Chinese researchers attempt to smuggle toxic mold into U.S. amid espionage concerns
Chinese researchers attempt to smuggle toxic mold into U.S. amid espionage concerns Read More
Dangerous fungus could spread to parts of US, researchers claim
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(PDF) Cigarette Smoke, Bacteria, Mold, Microbial Toxins, and Chronic Lung Inflammation
PDF | Chronic inflammation associated with cigarette smoke fosters malignant transformation and tumor cell proliferation and promotes certain… | Find, read and cite all the research you need on ResearchGate Read More
From toxic fungus to soy sauce superstar
early 9,000 years ago, around the time that humans were first domesticating corn and pigs, some people in China were taming fungi. One such fungus, the Read More
RNA interference and nanomedicine join forces to fight dangerous fungal infections
Fungal infections are on the rise globally. According to a study by the Manchester Fungal Infection Group, in 2022, approximately 6.5 million people were infected by a pathogenic fungus, and about 3.8 … Read More
10 Common Plant Diseases and How to Treat Them
Plant diseases are a fact of life for gardeners. Learn how to deal with the most common plant ailments and how to keep them from ruining your garden. Read More
How dangerous is that mold in your home? Experts break down risks
Molds can invade many surfaces in homes, like shower curtains, sinks, refrigerators and even AC units. Experts revealed which may pose the most risks. Read More
Legal Marijuana May Contain Dangerous Mold Levels
Laboratories hired by states where marijuana is legally grown may not be correctly reporting the amount of mold and other dangerous contaminants found in the samples tested, according to an analysis by The Wall Street Journal. Marijuana’s humid … Continue reading
12 Things to Never Buy at a Thrift Store Even If is a Bargain
Thrift stores are a great way to save cash while still getting quality items. These stores are great for recycling the things people don’t want or need anymore. There is a saying, “One person’s trash is another person’s treasure,” and … Continue reading
8 Things Scaring Hummingbirds Away From Your Yard
Hummingbirds can be hard to attract! Here are 8 things that could be scaring hummingbirds away from your yard. Read More
It’s Mushroom Season: Look for These Fungi That Grow in Colorado
The space will have a lounge with drinks to pair with its thirteen pickleball courts. Read More
What To Do With A Carton Of Berries When One Or Two Are Moldy
Are you throwing away perfectly good berries because of a little bit of mold? Here’s what food experts have to say about when to toss and when to keep. Read More
The Best DIY Lawn-Care Programs and Subscription Services of 2023
Homeowners who want a lush lawn without the expense of hiring a service can consider the best DIY lawn-care program for their needs. See our top picks. Read More
8 Issues You Should Know About Before Growing Snake Plants
Snake plants are low-maintenance houseplants, but there are a few things to watch out for when growing them. Here are the most common snake plant issues. Read More
The nematicidal potential of novel fungus, Trichoderma asperellum FbMi6 against Meloidogyne incognita
Scientific Reports – The nematicidal potential of novel fungus, Trichoderma asperellum FbMi6 against Meloidogyne incognita Read More
What Is Slime Mold?
The world is home to hundreds of slime mold species in a wide range of colors, but are they actually a fungus? If not, what the heck are they? Read More
23 Surprising Hydrogen Peroxide Uses Everyone Should Know
Hydrogen peroxide isn’t just for the medicine cabinet! It’s a natural cleaner, and keeps houseplants healthy. Here are some good reasons to stock up. Read More
Pro X Digest Reviews: Gut Health Probiotic Digestive Aid?
Pro X Digest Pro X Digest a nutritional supplement created to help keep your digestive system in good shape. Read on to discover the way Pro X Digest is used and what it does this moment in the Read More
Keep Mold in Your Home from Harming Your Health and the Planet
Home mold can be bad for both your health and the planet, so you will want to take the right steps to mitigate it. Read More
Persistent effects on sense of smell after Covid-19 infection
Dr Nixon Abraham’s group of researchers from IISER Pune, in collaboration with researchers from B J Government Medical College and Sassoon General Hospitals Pune, reported on persistent olfactory learning deficits Read More
Researchers breed a fungus that kills mites to save bees
Now entomologists at Washington State University (WSU) have developed a new strain of a mold-like fungus, Metarhizium, that can eradicate the … Read More…
‘Black fungus‘ and COVID-19: Myths and facts
In India, COVID-19 has led to a surge in cases of a potentially fatal fungal infection called mucormycosis, popularly known as “black fungus.