Executive Housekeeping Today - March 2008 - (Page 5)

Mold Removal with Steam Vapor: Whether as a result of a natural disaster—such as the torrential downpours that plagued the Midwestern United States last summer—or something more mundane—like a broken water pipe or leaky roof—at some point, virtually every cleaning professional will be faced with the challenge posed by wet, molding carpet. When it comes to how best to handle this challenge, there can be a lot more than just repeat business at stake. According to the U.S. Environ- w Study Validates New Technology by Allen P. Rathey mental Protection Agency (EPA), “Mold can cause allergic reactions, asthma, and other respiratory problems; nasal stuffiness; eye irritation; wheezing; or skin irritation. Some people, such as those with serious allergies to molds, may have more severe reactions, including fever and shortness of breath. Meanwhile, people with chronic lung illnesses, such as obstructive lung disease, may develop mold infections in their lungs.” Similar findings are cited by other major health organizations worldwide, including the American Lung Association. Some specialty environmental and remediation firms, such as Envirochex in its report, Mold & Health, take the potential health dangers of mold even further: “There are an estimated 100 species of mold known to cause infections in humans, and immune suppressed individuals are especially at risk. Aspergillosis is a common fungal infection requiring hospitalization in the United (continued on page 10) March 2008/Executive Housekeeping Today 5 http://www.facilitycareforum.com http://www.facilitycareforum.com

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Executive Housekeeping Today - March 2008 Contents Executive Corner Mold Issues: Restoration and Prevention Mold Removal with Steam Vapor: Study Validates New Technology Frugal Housekeeper Executive Housekeeping Today Virtual Magazine is a Big Hit with Readers! Executive Profile The Green Scene 2008 Convention Information Inside the Industry Product Highlights New Members Joint IEHA/ISSA Members Advertisers' Index Calendar of Events Inside I.E.H.A. What I.E.H.A. Has Done For Me

Executive Housekeeping Today - March 2008

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