Transcription of DAMPNESS - World Health Organization
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WHO guidelines FOR indoor AIR QUALITYWHO guidelines FOR indoor AIR quality : DAMPNESS AND MOULDDAMPNESSAND MOULDS cherfi gsvej 8, DK-2100 Copenhagen , DenmarkTel.: +45 39 17 17 17. Fax: +45 39 17 18 18 E-mail: site: Health OrganizationRegional Offi ce for EuropeWhen sufficient moisture is available, hundreds of species of bacteria and fungi particularly mould pollute indoor air. The most important effects of exposure to these pollutants are the increased prevalence of respiratory symptoms, allergies and asthma, as well as disturbance of the immune system. Prevent-ing (or minimizing) persistent DAMPNESS and microbial growth on interior surfaces and building structures is the most important means of avoiding harmful effects on Health .
VIII WHO GUIDELINES FOR INDOOR AIR QUALITY: DAMPNESS AND MOULD Malcolm Richardson University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland Peter Rudnai National Institute of Environmental Health,
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