This is directly from the CDC Website at www.cdc.gov and will link you to their
facts about Stachybotrys Chartarum and other molds:
- I heard about “toxic molds” that grow in homes and other buildings. Should I be concerned about a serious health risk to me and my family?
- How common is mold, including Stachybotrys chartarum (also known by its synonym Stachybotrys atra) in buildings?
- How do molds get in the indoor environment and how do they grow?
- What is Stachybotrys chartarum (Stachybotrys atra)?
- Are there any circumstances where people should vacate a home or other building because of mold?
- Who are the people who are most at risk for health problems associated with exposure to mold?
- How do you know if you have a mold problem?
- Does Stachybotrys chartarum (Stachybotrys atra) cause acute idiopathic pulmonary hemorrhage among infants?
- What if my child has acute idiopathic pulmonary hemorrhage?
- What are the potential health effects of mold in buildings and homes?
- How do you get the molds out of buildings, including homes, schools, and places of employment?
- What should people to do if they determine they have Stachybotrys chartarum (Stachybotrys atra) in their buildings or homes?
If you are concerned about these molds in your home,
please call us at 215-716-3727 and we can help.