Below you can find links to internet resources with information about mold-related issues such how mold can affect your health, the prevention of mold growth, hurricane-related damage and more.

A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture, and Your Home

In this article the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) provides advice on mold cleanup, control, and prevention

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Basic Facts About Mold

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Facts About Mold and Dampness

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Flood Cleanup and the Air In Your Home

In this publication by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) you can find basic information on how to clean up after a flood and how to prevent indoor air problems

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Get Rid of Mold

Advice on how to clean up mold in your home safely (poster). 

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Hiring a Mold Remediation Contractor

"Hiring a qualified contractor for mold remediation is not required but is generally safer and more effective than a “do-it-yourself” approach because of the use of specialized equipment..."

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Indoor Mold and Health

The Florida Department of Health has developed this brochure to address some of the most common questions and concerns about indoor mold, how it affects human health, and ways in which you can prevent or remove it.

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Mold Prevention Strategies and Possible Health Effects in the Aftermath of Hurricanes and Major Floods

This is a report by the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) Mold Work Group which addresses public health concerns caused by mold following any natural disasters or other occurrences that results in flooding or major water intrusion.

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Protect Yourself from Mold

This is a fact sheet from CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) on mold cleanup, removal and remediation.

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