Exposure to Toxic Molds, Mildews, Chemicals & More

Many people experience direct exposure to toxic substances like mold, smoke, pesticides, lead, etc., in their homes. These can come from the environment and have serious negative health effects. People have a right to protection from these toxins and a right to help mitigate them.

Follow the links below for more information on this harm

CDC's "Basic Facts on Mold's & Dampness"

Informs about the causes and effects of mold as well as how to prevent it

CDC's "Indoor Air Pollutants and Toxic Materials

Defines the sources of airborne pollutants in the home as well as how to detect and remove them

CDC's "Lead"

Characterizes the short and long-term health effects of being exposed to lead

EPA's "What are Ten Things I Need to Know About Mold?"

A succinct list of the most important bullet points related to dealing with mold

National Center for Healthy Housing's "National Healthy Housing Standard"

Details all the parts of the home that can contribute to poor living standards and negative health effects.

National Center for Healthy Housing's "Health Hazards, Preventions, & Solutions"

Describes hazards that should not be present in the home and why they're dangerous

National Cancer Institute's "Secondhand Tobacco Smoke"

Tells the basics of secondhand smoke including what it is, how one is exposed, and the types of cancers it causes