offered by
Indoor Air Quality Program
Bureau of Environmental Health
Department of Public Health
related to
Indoor Air Quality

Mold, Moisture, and Mildew

Information on ways to prevent and remediate mold growth in buildings, such as schools, buildings, and residences.

Mold growth in a building can produce eye, nose, throat, and respiratory irritation. Mold may also exacerbate pre-existing respiratory problems, like asthma, and cause symptoms in hypersensitive individuals. Preventing or minimizing exposure to mold and its contaminants is essential to reduce indoor air-related symptoms in building occupants.

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Top tasks

Preventing mold growth in Massachusetts schools during hot, humid weather 
Remediation and prevention of mold growth and water damage in public schools and buildings to maintain air quality 

What you need to know

Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings - US EPA 
A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture, and Your Home - US EPA 
A Brief Guide to Mold in the Workplace - OSHA 
Preventing Occupational Respiratory Disease from Exposures - CDC 

Contact Information

Address

250 Washington St., 7th Floor, Boston, MA 02108
directions 

Phone

(617) 624-5757

Fax

(617) 624-5777

Related Services

Additional Resources

Use of Moisture Measuring Devices in Evaluating Water Damage in Buildings (DOCX 690.2 KB)
Image credits:  George Headley
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