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All About Mold
Mold
Mold plays a very important role in our lives. Without mold, we wouldn't have certain life-saving drugs like penicillin. We also wouldn't have cheese.
Sometimes, though, mold grows in places it shouldn’t- including inside our homes or workplaces. This kind of mold needs to be cleaned up so that it doesn't cause health problems, such as headaches, runny eyes and noses, and coughing, or complications in children and adults with asthma.
Read these fact sheets to find out more about mold. You can also call the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) at 800-648-6942.
- All About Mold - Information about why and where mold grows, if it is safe to clean up and how to prevent it from growing.
- Mold & Your Health - Information on ways you may be exposed to mold and how it can affect your health.
- Steps for Cleaning Mold - Step-by-step clean up instructions for mold in your home.
- Mold and Home Owners - Addresses some common problems a home owner may face with mold and consumer protection issues .
- All About Mold (for Health Care Providers) - More information about mold from a clinical perspective
Please note: MDHHS can't test your home for mold. We also do not recommend testing for mold. The State of Michigan does not provide certification for "mold remediators" or mold testing companies.
Other useful links:
Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC):
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA):
- A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture, and Your Home
- Indoor Air Quality Tools
- Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings
- Resources for Public Health Professionals
Additional links for renters:
- Environmental Protection Agency:
- MSU Law:
Additional links for schools:
- Environmental Protection Agency:
- Centers for Disease Control & Prevention