What is mold and where is it found?

Mold (fungi) is present everywhere indoors and outdoors. There are more than 100,000 species of mold. At least 1,000 species of mold are common in the U.S. Some of the most commonly found are species of Cladosporium, Penicillium, and Aspergillus. Mold is most likely to grow where there is water or dampness, as in bathrooms and basements.

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1. How can mold affect your health?
2. How can Stachybotrys chartarum affect your health?
3. How can you be exposed to mold?
4. How can you tell if Stachybotrys chartarum is present in your home?
5. How does mold grow?
6. How should mold be cleaned?
7. What is mold and where is it found?
8. What is Stachybotrys chartarum?
9. What should you do if mold is present in your home or apartment?
10. Whom can I call if I suspect I have a mold problem or if I want more information?
11. Will my health or my child's health be affected, and should we see a physician?