Category Archives: Mold News
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
Devastating floods leave Detroiters with toxic mold
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Is This Toxic Mold? How To Know If It’s In Your House—And Why It Matters For Your Health
Experts explain how to protect your home and your health. Read More
FDA to test for more dangerous mold in food
Federal food safety inspectors will test for more types of dangerous mold and fungus, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said Wednesday.The FDA said Read More
Why you should avoid dust: The surge of Valley Fever and its link to climate change
California saw multiple Valley Fever cases after a music festival in Kern County earlier this year Read More
Mold in Coffee: 5 Facts That Can Help You Not Get Sick
Yes, some coffee contains mold. But if beans are properly roasted, packaged, and stored, the mold isn’t likely to make you sick. Read More
How Gray Mold Fungi Adapt to Resist Plant Defenses and Become More Harmful
Recent research from Wageningen University reveals that the fungus Botrytis cinerea uses four distinct mechanisms, including a novel enzymatic process, to tolerate toxic saponins in plants. This discovery could inform new strategies to boost crop resistance to fungal diseases. Read … Continue reading
You Can Get Food Poisoning from Leftover Rice—Here’s How to Avoid It
Learn how to cook, cool, and store your rice properly so that you don’t get rice food poisoning. Find out how this bacteria gets into your food and how to keep your leftovers safe from contamination. Read More
From toxic fungus to soy sauce superstar
Today the koji mold is a master fermenter, but it has a checkered past. Read More
Dozens of weed products recalled due to toxic mold linked to lung infections
Dozens of cannabis products in the US have been recalled, including buds and pre-rolls, after a dangerous mold that causes lung infections was found. Read More
Can You Get Sick From Dirty Bong Water?
Don’t let mold make a home in your bong – a clean bong is a happy one. Read More
Is mouldy food safe to eat?
Sometimes food mould is celebrated and sometimes it’s toxic. So how can you know which food is safe to eat? Follow our guide Read More
From toxic fungus to soy sauce superstar
Today the koji mold is a master fermenter, but it has a checkered past Read More
Toxic Mold Turned Their Lives Upside Down. Now They‘re Seeking Answers.
“It felt like my brain was on fire, like I was dying.” Read More
What Is Whiskey Fungus and Is it Dangerous?
Distilleries call this evaporative substance “angel’s share” and promise that it’s not dangerous, but nearby residents find it coating everything around them and aren’t so sure. Read More