The Dangers of Asbestos Exposure Asbestos is a compound made up of six minerals that are often used in commercial and industrial products. When disturbed, fibers of asbestos can become airborne and be inhaled by people, leading to serious health problems. Uses of asbestos were outlawed for the most part in the late 1980’s, but…
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What Are The Symptoms of Lead Poisoning?
What Are The Symptoms of Lead Poisoning? There are many signs and symptoms of lead poisoning. Some of these include pain and cramping of your stomach area, headaches, constipation, sleeping issues, lack of appetite, fatigue or tiredness, memory loss, and even sudden aggressive behavior. Severe lead poisoning can also lead to vomiting, weakness, loss of…
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How to Replace Lead Paint
Lead paint can cause lead poisoning. It’s a serious health hazard, particularly for kids age 6 or younger. This comes from lead dust because of the deterioration of the paint. When intact, the lead paint is less dangerous, but that can change at any time. In 1978 lead paint was banned for residential painting projects. Homes built…
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Signs That There Is Mold inside Your Walls
Mold is a fungus, and it may look like mushrooms and yeasts, or simply like brown/green/black spots on your walls. You can see mold growth on dead organic matter like leaves, rotting logs, food remains, etc. But you can also find mold inside your home in wet places like bathrooms and basements, etc. Mold has…
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