Exposure to molds can cause human disease through several well-defined mechanisms. In
addition, many new mold-related illnesses have been hypothesized in recent years that …

Fungal spores are ubiquitous in the environment. However, exposure levels in workplaces
where mouldy materials are handled are much higher than in common indoor and outdoor …

Background The purpose of this analysis is to provide evidence-based and consensus-
derived guidance for clinicians to improve individual diagnostic decision-making for …

Indoor fungal contamination has been associated with a wide range of adverse health
effects, including infectious diseases, toxic effects and allergies. The diversity of fungi …

Extensive water damage after major hurricanes and floods increases the likelihood of mold
contamination in buildings. This report provides information on how to limit exposure to mold …

Nonsporulating molds (NSMs), especially basidiomycetes, have predominantly been
reported as human pathogens responsible for allergic and invasive disease. Their …

Molds are multicellular fungi that are ubiquitous in outdoor and indoor environments. For
humans, they are both beneficial (for the production of antimicrobial agents …

Exposure to indoor fungi is of growing concern in residential and occupational environments
in the United States. The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence of …

Mold is ubiquitous, and exposure to mold and its products of metabolism is unavoidable,
whether indoors or outdoors. Mold can produce a variety of adverse health outcomes by four …

BACKGROUND: Alternaria alternata is recognized as an important aeroallergen indoors
and outdoors, and exposure to the fungus has been identified as a risk factor for asthma …