mold

In most homes, visual appearance alone cannot reliably confirm whether a growth is ordinary mold or so-called black mold (Stachybotrys chartarum). Common indoor molds are often...

When people say black mold, they most often mean Stachybotrys chartarum, a slow-growing greenish-to-black mold that thrives on consistently wet cellulose-rich materials such as...

Burning sage may temporarily reduce airborne mold spores but does not reliably kill mold colonies or remove mold sources. Smoke can settle on surfaces and may irritate airways,...

Aflatoxin is a substance created by certain molds that can damage the liver. These toxic compounds are produced mainly by Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus growing...