The Future
The World Health Organisation states “Microbial pollution of indoor air comes from hundreds of species of bacteria, fungi and moulds that grow indoors when sufficient moisture is available. Exposure to microbial contaminants is clinically associated with respiratory symptoms, allergies and asthma, and can affect the immunological system. Preventing or minimizing persistent damp and microbial growth on interior surfaces and building structures is the most important means of avoiding harmful effects of indoor air on health”
(Ref: World Health Organization: Guidelines for indoor air quality Dampness and Mould- Executive Summary 2009)
Asthma and respiratory diseases are two of the leading causes of sickness and death in New Zealand
in 6 New Zealander's have a respiratory disease
3rd most common cause of death
Billion