Mold is found just about anywhere there is moisture, a lack of ventilation, and the right temperature. Fruit that isn't eaten in time often develops nasty (but harmless) mold as it expires, for instance. But some molds can cause serious health problems once they get a...

Chronic headaches are usually caused by an underlying medical condition. Celiac disease, high blood pressure, and thyroid disorders can all cause severe headaches and migraines. The same is true of nutritional deficiencies, particularly a chronic lack of magnesium in...

Photo: Matthew Brown / Hearst Connecticut Media IMAGE 1 OF 7 Parents, students and city officials attend the Angela Lorenti Memorial 2018 Board of Education Candidates Forum at the Stamford Government Center on Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2018 in Stamford, Connecticut. The...

  Mold can grow in almost any place in your home, given the right circumstances. When it’s in an obvious place, such as the bathroom ceiling, you might notice it quickly. However, not every mold growth is obvious. Sometimes, it sneaks in the cracks of a wall or...

Mold Testing Costs On average, homeowners pay about $661 for a professional mold inspection. Depending on your location and the size of your house, that range can go from $292 and $1,030. You can get a DIY testing kit for $40 or less, but save your money, they are not...

Overview Black mold poisoning How dangerous is black mold to health? Diagnosis Treatment Getting rid of mold Prevention Takeaway Black mold can infest homes or other buildings, especially in damp areas. Long-term exposure to black mold is potentially harmful to health...

(Photo: Ilya Burdun, Getty Images/iStockphoto) You're getting your house ready to sell, and you notice a small patch of black or green creeping up your drywall in the basement. Your thoughts go right to potential respiratory problems and expensive renovations that a...

Mold in your home can make you physically ill. While it's often visible when there is an infestation, mold can be lurking behind damp walls or under water-damaged flooring. | stock.adobe. com Toxic mold exposure is on the rise, and most people aren’t even aware...