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Health Info - Mould
Exposure and health effects
You could be exposed to mould if you:
- breathe in mould particles that are disturbed or damaged
- breathe in the tiny spores (similar to seeds) that the mould may release into the air
- touch mould and get it on your skin
- eat mouldy or spoiled food.
The health effects of mould include:
- allergic reactions
- asthma symptoms, hay fever, or other allergies.
- cough, congestion, runny nose, and trouble breathing.
Severe reactions to mould may occur among workers exposed to large amounts of mould on the job, such as farmers working with mouldy hay.
If you think that you or your children have symptoms related to mould exposure, you should see a doctor. Keep in mind that many symptoms associated with mould exposure are also caused by many other illnesses.