Although the hazards associated with exposure to some mycotoxins have been well studied, the health risks from environmental exposure to Stachybotrys remain poorly defined. This review critically evaluates the current body of epidemiologic knowledge regarding Stachybotrys and is aimed to increase physician awareness regarding this emerging environmental health issue.

LIMITED AVAILABILITY FOR JUNE 1 SEMINAR
Contact:
Vik Ahuja
(800) 422-7873, ext. 804
VAhuja@PureAirControls.com

Pure Air Control Services is very pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Vin Ghanekar to it's expert Building Diagnostics team. Dr. Ghanekar holds a Ph.D in chemistry and B.Che from Auburn Universtiy. He is currently assisting in projects which involve Microbial Remediation, IAQ Analytical Method Development, Spectroscopy, Chromotaography and more.  Dr. Ghanekar will be discussing expeditious mold remediation.

Answers to questions from Volume 2, Issue 22

The four genera for fungi that account for the highest mean percentage in 'Allergic Respiratory Disease' are...

A.) Cladosporium, Escherichia Coli, Penicillium and Aspergillus
B.) Cladosporium, Alternia, Penicillium and Aspergillus
C.) Closridium, Alternia, Penicillium and Aspergillus
D.) Closridium, Cladosporium, Alternia and Aspergillus

There are a number of techniques that can be employed for the assessment of molds and other contaminants in the Indoor Environment. A “Screen” is one of the most practical and effective ways to assess the presence of toxic mold in the indoor environment because of its simplicity, cost effectiveness and quick turn-around-time.