Increased Asthma Risk For Infants Exposed To Specific Molds: MNT

Cincinnati-based researchers now report new evidence that exposure to three types of mold during infancy may have a direct link to asthma development during childhood. These forms of mold - Aspergillus ochraceus, Aspergillus unguis and Penicillium variabile - are typically found growing in water-damaged homes, putting a spotlight on the importance of mold remediation for public health.