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Is This Fungus Using a Virus to Control an Animal’s Mind?

June 21, 2019/in Strange Fungal Tales /by Carolyn Willbanks

A Strange Fungal Tale by Ed Yong A fruit fly stuck to a dowel, thanks to the parasitic fungus inside it. The story of the misplaced virus — a discovery that Michael Eisen describes as one of the wackiest of his career — began with some plates of fruit. In the summer of 2015, Carolyn […]

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Cylindrocarpon

in Mold Types & Images /by Carolyn Willbanks

Cylindrocarpon occurs in soil as a saprophyte or weak pathogen associated with roots of many herbaceous and woody plants. Mycelial growth plays a major role in the survival of the fungus in soil and its spread to new substrates. Conidiospores and chlamydospores are also produced. Black-foot disease caused by Cylindrocarpon obtusisporum and C. destructans and […]

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Introduction to Fungi – Videos

in Mold Overview /by Carolyn Willbanks

Mold is everywhere. It’s part of the natural environment, and is not usually a problem until it begins growing inside. It’s important to know about mold, because it might be hiding in your house. In fact, these Introduction to fungi videos are a fun way to find out more. And if you find a great […]

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Bipolaris

in Mold Types & Images /by Carolyn Willbanks

Bipolaris includes important plant pathogens with worldwide distribution. It is often found on rice, corn and field crops in the form of leaf spots, leaf blights and root rot. This genus has produced devastating diseases on these staple crops, causing historical famines resulting in the starvation of large human populations in several regions in the […]

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The Toxic Effects of Fungal Exposure

in Fungal Infections /by Carolyn Willbanks

Once you are tested and diagnosed with mycotoxicosis, then what? Try to assess the extent your the fungal infection and how impaired you are (if any). Learning as much as you can is exceptionally important, as most physicians are inexperienced in dealing with this mold illnesses. Finding legitimate information will help you in understanding your symptoms, figuring out […]

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Symptoms of Fungal Exposure

in Mold Symptoms /by Carolyn Willbanks

Mold toxicity is often the end result with constant exposure to mold of a toxic substance. A common misconception among allergists who are untrained in this type of toxicity levels in humans, which is technically not their area of expertise unless they have trained specifically in environmental medicine with their  background in immunology, is to […]

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Introduction to The Mold Help Organization

in Mold-Help News /by Carolyn Willbanks

Mold-Help.org is dedicated to the hundreds of thousands of innocent people who have lost their lives, health, jobs and homes to mold infestations. We goal is to offer the most current information and resources to educate and encourage individuals whose lives are impacted by the effects mold poisoning. In light of the ignorance, as well […]

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Pet Food Recalled For Deadly Fungus

December 31, 2005/in Additional Articles /by Carolyn Willbanks

Camden, MA – A pet food company has advised retailers in more than 20 states to stop selling some of its dog and cat food that may be contaminated with toxic fungus. Several dogs have gotten sick and some have died. The fungus, aspergillus, produces aflatoxin, a known poison and carcinogen. But, before cancer has time […]

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Canadian Insurers and Other Industries Learn from U.S. Experience

August 19, 2005/in Additional Articles /by Carolyn Willbanks

Ontario, Canada – Apprehension in the real estate, construction and insurance industry about hazardous materials such as asbestos and radon has given way to a relatively new risk – mold. Since the late ’90s, mold-related litigation and insurance claims have exploded in North America. Bruce Stewart, vice-president of Pinchin Environmental Ltd., sees the growth in his […]

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FDA Fails to Respond to Vomiting Caused by Mold-Based Faux Meat

August 19, 2005/in Govt. & Politics /by Carolyn Willbanks

Austin, TX – The United States CSPI (Center for Science Public Interest), due to growing public awareness and education over the severe health hazards mold poisoning, is suing Quorn Foods and Whole Foods Market over a dangerous food additive. The first evidence that Quorn causes severe vomiting and diarrhea came in 1977 from a clinical […]

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Hazelnut Industry Falls Victim to Deadly Fungus

March 11, 2005/in Additional Articles /by Carolyn Willbanks

Springfield, OR – Authorities have discovered yet another deadly fungus threatening crops.  This time it is on the branches of the nation’s oldest commercial hazelnut orchard in Oregon. The Eastern filbert blight has in the past decimated Oregon’s hazelnut industry and as recently as last year led to a quarantine of affected orchards.  As part […]

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Anti-Fungal Drugs May Help Prevent Breast Cancer

in Private Research /by Carolyn Willbanks

A study indicates that women who take anti-fungal drugs such as Arimidex may prevent from 70 to 80 percent of breast tumors that form after menopause. Women taking the drug for five years after being treated for breast cancer were less likely to have a recurrence or to have the disease metastasize through their body. […]

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Anti-Fungal Drug Useful for Sinus Problem

in Private Research /by Carolyn Willbanks

Treatment with a nasal spray containing the anti-fungal drug amphotericin B reduces the swelling and inflammation that occurs with chronic rhinosinusitis, a common cause of stuffy nose and facial pain, new research shows. Amphotericin B is an old drug that can cause serious side effects, particularly to the kidneys. However, when given as a nasal […]

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Oregon: A Man’s Fungal Infection Ends in Death

January 13, 2005/in Personal Mold Stories /by Carolyn Willbanks

OREGON-A Coos Bay man’s lifelong battle with a rare disease ended Sunday morning. Brian Baldock, a well-known figure in Marshfield High School athletics, died of a fungal infection at approximately 9:45 a.m. Sunday at Providence St. Vincent Medical Center in Portland. He was 27. Baldock, who worked for nearly 14 years as the trainer for […]

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Canada – Deadly Tropical Fungus Settles in B.C.

November 23, 2004/in The Environment /by Carolyn Willbanks

A fungus usually found in tropical climates has been linked to the deaths of at least three people on Vancouver Island, raising concerns that climate change may be responsible. The fungus, called Cryptococcus neoformans variety gattii, attacks the central nervous system. The fungus is found in some decomposing organic material in forests, on the leaves […]

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Sex Genes of Infectious Fungus Closely Resemble Human Y Chromosome

in Private Research /by Carolyn Willbanks

Fungi and animals, including humans, have a lot in common when it comes to the arrangement of genes that determine their sex, according to new work by Howard Hughes Medical Institute geneticists at the Duke University Medical Center. Regions of the genome that determine the sexual identity of the infectious fungus Cryptococcus neoformans bear striking […]

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Ministries Differ on Fungus Woes at Johor Hospital

October 21, 2004/in "Sick Buildings" /by Carolyn Willbanks

KUALA LUMPUR, INDONESIA: Two ministers have come out with differing views on the cause of the fungus problem at the new RM557.8mil Sultan Ismail Hospital in Johor Baru.  According to Works Minister Datuk Seri S. Samy Vellu, it was the failure to undertake routine maintenance, while Health Minister Datuk Dr Chua Soi Lek said the […]

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Mycotoxin List

in Fungal Infections /by Carolyn Willbanks

Molds can produce other secondary metabolites (See list in table below) such as antibiotics and mycotoxins. Antibiotics are isolated from mold (and some bacterial) cultures and some of their bacteriotoxic or bacteriostatic properties are exploited medicinally to combat infections. Mycotoxins are also products of secondary metabolism of molds. They are not essential to maintaining the […]

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Paecilomyces

in Mold Types & Images /by Carolyn Willbanks

A contaminant/opportunistic fungus found world wide in soil and decaying vegetation, associated with pulmonary and sinus infections in those who had organ transplants, as well as inflammation of the cornea. Some reports of allergies, humidifier associated illnesses, and pneumonia. Paecilomyces is a contaminant/opportunistic pathogen, found world wide in soil and decaying vegetation. Paecilomyces is a […]

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School Claims Advances Over Mold Problem

October 3, 2004/in Schools & Institutions /by Carolyn Willbanks

Sullivan, TN – Lynn Stewart of the Sullivan County School System applies adhesive around the edges of an old vent in the Sullivan East high School library as he works on the school’s project to eliminate a mold problem. (Jason Davis) The 950 students at Sullivan East High School should be able to reclaim their […]

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Potential Signs and Mitigating Factors of a Mold Problem

in Mold Overview /by Carolyn Willbanks

POTENTIAL SIGNS of a Mold Problem Black, brown, orange, pink, or green speckled walls or around any plumbing grout or tile. Musty, earthy, or urine scented odor. Deficient siding, siding that is not covering a building adequately, or certain types appear to be more prone to mold (i.e., Hardie Plank which may not be installed […]

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Mold Takes Hold

October 3, 2004/in "Sick Buildings" /by Contributor

Tampa, FL – Any way you look at mold in Florida – either as a legitimate health threat or as an overblown nuisance – you’ve got to figure this icky mess will cost somebody, and unfortunately most responsible parties do not want to take responsibility. Insurers claim they are getting socked with claims on homeowners’ insurance […]

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Fungus Among Us Goes Beyond Hilton

October 3, 2004/in "Sick Buildings" /by Carolyn Willbanks

Howard Dicus, Pacific Business News – The mold Hilton Hawaiian Village is expected to spend $10 million fighting in its Kalia Tower probably can be found in office buildings all over Hawaii and beyond Mold closed 12 of the 15 operating rooms at Montreal’s Royal Victoria Hospital last year, and when Canadian health authorities decided […]

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The Cost of Two School Improvement Projects Has Jumped $200,000

October 3, 2004/in Schools & Institutions /by Contributor

Milford, CT – “We needed more money because asbestos was discovered under the gym floor,” said Director of Management Services Philip G. Russell, referring to the gym floor replacement project at Jonathan Law High School. The Board of Aldermen’s Ordinance Committee will consider borrowing the money at 7 p.m. Monday at City Hall. A proposed […]

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It’s a Moldy Story that Just Keeps Growing and Growing

July 29, 2002/in Govt. & Politics /by Contributor

Boston, MA – And so the story grows… Mold seems to be everywhere these days, and not just in buildings. The problem, which some have likened to the new asbestos, is generating quite a bit of press these days. While it may not have reached asbestos-like proportions, it is a cause of concern for builders, […]

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