The Connection between Mold and PANS
The Connection Between Mold Exposure and Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS)
Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) is a clinical disorder characterized by a sudden onset of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) or severe eating restrictions, accompanied by additional neuropsychiatric symptoms such as anxiety, depression, irritability, cognitive decline, and sensory sensitivities.
What Does Mold Do To Your Brain?
With the pace of modern construction and the transition to the use of drywall as a go-to building material, rates of indoor fungal growth are on the rise. Climate humidity levels can affect indoor dampness levels. However, the WHO has estimated that dampness in Australia, Europe, India, Japan, and North America is a problem in 10-50% of dwellings. The estimate for fungal growth in North America is consistent with that at 15-40% of homes. These are no small percentages!
Why Sampling Mold Is Important
As one of the few mold inspection companies specializing in cases involving hypersensitive individuals, we get countless calls, messages, and emails inquiring about advice on whether a person should stay or leave their residence. People will describe a situation and seek specific answers about what is safest for them. Every time our answer is: We … Read more
Should I Worry About Mold In Hotel Rooms?
When dealing with biotoxin illness and hypersensitivity to mold, the worrying doesn’t stop once you leave home. We understand that you must be vigilant about mold avoidance or minimization no matter where you go. Travel is unavoidable; whether it’s for work, vacation, or visiting family or friends, hotel or Airbnb travel will be necessary at … Read more
What Are Mycotoxins?
We hear so much about toxic mold. What is it that makes mold so toxic? In short, mycotoxins are the toxins released by a fungus (mold). There are over 500,000 species of mold, but only 200 of them are considered toxic to humans. Those 200 molds release mycotoxins which is what makes them harmful. Mycotoxins … Read more
24 CIRS-Friendly Traits to Look for When Renting, Buying, or Building a Home
When dealing with mold illness, the thought of moving and finding a safe home is a daunting task. Those coping with CIRS must face the pressure of checking all boxes to ensure their house doesn’t pose a risk while simultaneously balancing the financial commitment that home-hunting entails. It’s not as much fun as it once … Read more
Will Mold Make My Pets Get Sick?
Overview The brain fog caused by mold sickness is real! When dealing with the logistics of severe mold exposure and determining what to do with your personal items, how to fix your home or whether to move, and whether your symptoms are from mold, the number of details you must deal with can be overwhelming. … Read more
10 Simple Tips to Minimize Mold Spores in Your Daily Life
One of the challenges of living with CIRS, MCS, and Lyme disease is that it is essential to minimize toxic exposures where you live, work, or anywhere you go. Overflowing the bucket with too much toxic load can cause additional symptoms or flare-ups when one’s bucket is full. Dr. Shoemaker’s first step in mold treatment … Read more