We still hear black mould in our homes described as toxic. But it’s the allergies and asthma they trigger we should be more ...

The toxic black mould often discussed as detrimental to our health is called Stachybotrys chartarum (S. chartarum) .

Mold in houses is unsightly and may cause unpleasant odors. More important though, mold has been linked to a range of health ...

Exclusive: More than 800 properties in Croydon with excess moisture or fungi issues have not been fixed, four years after ...

Basic air-conditioner maintenance, such as regularly cleaning filters, can help prevent mold growth. Many window units have a ...

Climate change may be putting millions more people at risk from an infection-causing fungi, which is likely spreading due to ...

Mould is the general term for a variety of fungi. The mould that people have focused on in damp homes is “black mould”. This forms unsightly black patches on walls and other parts of damp ...

The fungi are activated by moisture from feces, urine and the environment to begin the process of biodegradation. Read more ...

Air conditioners are ripe for mold. Here’s how to tell if there’s mold in your AC and how to get rid of it safely.

Toxicologist explains what black mould in the home does to your health - ANALYSIS: Ian Musgrave explores the common household ...