"Woman says mold from flood making her ill"

[Joe Farsetta]

The reason I ask is that one person will say 4000, while another may say 4,000,000.

After a time, it becomes almost (sadly) laughable. The zeal by some to make money has morphed into hysteria by many. I say this because of the recent studies that have been performed where, after a number of years, more data comes to light stating the unpopular opinion that there is no evidence between the ourtageous claims of illness by some, and the true illnesses experienced by others.

I feel bad for those who are genuinely affected, and I fear that the good will someday be swept out with the bad.

Leadng pulmonologists and allergists will state that reactions to mold can range from hives to allergies, and in csome cases trigger asthma. They will also affirm that severely immunocomprimised individuals are at risk of deat at prolonged exposures at extremely high rates.

So long as the uncertainty exists, there will be a market for predatory practices by some who seek to capatilize on fear. This hurts the legitimate mold inspector or investigator who is providing an honest service.

Like I said, I have never heard of warning anyone from drinking tap water, because the chlorination will affect mold in one's lungs...

[dplummer]

You nailed it. Couldn't of said it better myself. Doug

[gporter]

Originally Posted by dplummer

Hi Joe, There is no threshold limits set by the Gov. (Canada or USA) therefore the concentrations of indoor mould spores affect everyone differently. You & I may not be bothered yet others can become very sick. I work in the remediation/abatement of mould and asbestos & have seen customers become affected before my eyes. Not faking or trying to sue someone. Legitimately ill. Doug

You are correct