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mould
noun (SUBSTANCE)
UK (US mold)
[ U ]
a soft, green or grey growth that develops on old food or on objects that have been left for too long in warm, wet air:
There was mould on the cheese.
There is mould on the orange.
What is mould?
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Mould is a fungus and black mould, the type most commonly found in damp homes, releases spores. These spores, which are allergens, can damage the health of residents.
How does mould damage health?
According to the NHS, people who live in a damp and mouldy home have a higher risk of respiratory infections/problems, allergies, and asthma. Mould spores can also compromise the immune system. Some people are particularly vulnerable, including:
babies and children
older people
those with existing skin problems, such as atopic eczema
those with respiratory problems, such as allergies and asthma
those with a weakened immune system, such as those having chemotherapy
For people who suffer from allergies, breathing in or touching mould spores can cause severe reactions, including asthma attacks, fever, and shortness of breath. Others can suffer from a runny nose, red or itchy eyes, and irritated skin.
How can expert evidence assist the court in a damp/mould case?
One of the trickiest aspects of a case involving damp and mould is whether or not the presence of these factors caused the complainant’s health issues. Often multiple occurrences must be considered and their impact on causation weighed up. For example, on 19 December 2020 Awaab was taken to Rochdale Urgent Care Centre after spending two weeks short of breath. The Centre subsequently transferred him to Royal Oldham Hospital. The inquest heard that Royal Oldham Hospital, who discharged him after diagnosing croup, should have admitted the toddler into the children’s ward to allow his condition to be better assessed. It may take several expert witnesses to analyse not only the property but also the medical response to the health problems complained of to be able to provide the court with helpful information.