Environmental Health

Asbestos is a term used for bundles of naturally occurring mineral fibers that were used in the construction of buildings and homes because of their resilience to heat and chemicals and their low...

Carbon monoxide poisoning kills hundreds of people each year, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and U.S. Fire Administration. Installing a carbon monoxide detector in the...

According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than 3,000 types of mold exist. These grow in damp, dark environments indoors and outdoors, including in homes. When the mold spores are present...

If you have had new drywall installed in your home between the years o f 2004 and 2007, then there is a possibility that you may have installed hazardous Chinese drywall. The drywall is alleged...

Mold is a fungus that grows when an area is exposed to prolonged moisture contact or moisture in the air. Mold can be responsible for a number of medical conditions including asthma and...

Black mold, also known as Stachybotrys Chartarum or Stachybotrys Atra, commonly grows on cellulose-containing materials used in home construction. For this reason, the potential is high for the...

In 1995 almost 42 million people in the United States were getting their drinking water from private wells, according to a study by the U.S. Geological Survey. While the Environmental Protection...

There are many species of mold that have varying effects on a person's health. Possible health risks are allergic reactions, asthma and other respiratory conditions. Physical symptoms also vary...

Radon is a natural radioactive gas that comes from the earth and can seep into homes, where it can become trapped and builds to dangerous levels. Because radon is invisible, odorless and...

Stachybotrys, better known as toxic black mold, is linked to a number of symptoms signaling deteriorating health and subsequent illnesses. Stachybotrys thrives in environments where the humidity...

During their reproductive cycle, molds produce microscopic spores that are released into the air until they land on a surface and multiply. When you breathe in these airborne spores, you may...

Lead paint poisoning is very dangerous, especially for children who are most at risk. Lead paint most often comes form peeling lead-based paint, lead dust and residential soil that has been...

By reading this article, one can receive a clear and concise way of how to avoid the contraction of the Swine Flu or Swine Influenza.

Mold poisoning can happen to anyone. The mold that is dangerous to human health, also known as black mold or toxic mold, can be potentially fatal over time and should be remedied as soon as...

Hydrogen sulfide gas, also known as sewer gas, is the result of bacterial breakdown of organic material, such as human and animal waste. It can also result from industrial processes, such as food...

Binge drinking among under aged high school and college students has lead to numerous accidental deaths in recent years due to alcohol poisoning. When a friend drinks too much, looking after them...

Recently, the news announced the death of six individuals in relation to infections from brain-eating amoeba that results from swimming in various bodies of water. In this article, you will learn...

Industrial manufacturers use phosgene in the production of plastics and pesticides. Phosgene acts as a gas at seventy degrees Fahrenheit but is converted to a liquid for shipping and storage....

Lewisite is a chemical warfare agent that has immediate negative effects on those exposed to it. Lewisite was discovered during World War I. Long term exposure can have deadly effects. Lewisite...