Is Mould In Our Homes Killing Us? | Talking Point | Full Episode

Mould can grow on everywhere and anything. And in warm and humid Singapore, it’s a real pesky problem in our homes. But is it just unsightly? Or does it have an impact on our health too? Steven Chia goes into homes and uncovers some shocking truths behind the spread of mould around us.


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[nikitasimone]

What I don't get is when I bring this up to my doctors they act like mold is not an issue and don't know how to test me for mold toxicity. The same with parasites. What is wrong with American doctors not being educated enough to see the environmental issue's that cause health problems?

[nursedaniel]

I ended up with heart failure of unexplained origin at 50 y.o . My house was full of black spot mould.
My irresponsible landlord and real estate did not bother to do anything about it. Just blaming me as a bad tenant. Even though the moisture and style of and age of the property and neglect by the owner was the culprit. I'm happy to say I moved into a beautiful new well ventilated apartment. From 🤢 to 🤗.
My health has improved tremendously

[yunablu]

this is probably what is causing my asthma...I've never been asthmatic before, but then when our house got these moulds, even though how much I fight it, I can no longer breath easy...

[lisakistler]

I am suffering from toxic mold exposure after my pipes burst upstairs when my utility company AEP had a damaged a transformer during record cold. At the time, it cost over $1, 000 to repair and pay water bill. 3 years later ceiling collapsed from this damage - now I know why I have had constant headaches, allergies, skin issues and exhaustion. I will be hiring a contractor this week - electric company suggested I go to churches to get help after I pointed out that they took 36 hours in below freezing weather to repair - after assurances it would only take 2 hours. Monopolies on energy in America such a good idea - not!

[Banayaga]

I watch so much CNA because of Steven's contents. They are always insightful and helpful.

[asinglebanana]

Even new apartments nowadays have mold growing on the walls, roofs, etc. The culprit is usually poor and cheap water piping, which leaks to the concrete and timber walls/roofs.

[SprinkleofWilly]

This is super important in Singapore. I was sick for 3 years every single month tonsillitis and then high fever. Doctor said it was normal to get sick every month even though I’m only 22 years old. Thankfully I found out my walls was not black dirt but it was black mold and cleared it. Even now I still see mold growing on the walls every now and then.
So open your windows!!

[thuan]

0:00 - intro, inspecting mould in 4 homes
2:07 - home 1
2:38 - home 2
4:03 - home 3
5:15 - home 4
5:56 - 4 homes summary, wondering are certain types of homes more prone to having mould ? conditions where mould thrives ?
7:27 - testing for mould existence, mould are everywhere
9:33 - how big a health problem is all this mould ??
12:58 - testing for mould in food
14:16 - waiting for test results, looking at products to get rid of mould
18:13 - food test results
22:10 - actions to stop mould

[jk]

Miss out one very common household equipment where mold is commonly found, air conditioner. For most air conditioner, moisture tends to form in the blower and cooling fins after switching off the air con during the day. The dark and moist blower creates a conducive environment for mold to grow. This is why it is best to clean the air con regularly.

[shirleyhaugaard]

OMG ! Queensland Australia, we are absolutely plagued by mould at the moment, almost impossible to buy anti mould products except vinegar and bleach.!

[akaisamurai]

I did not expect to learn so much from this program and many I can apply to daily life. Well done and thumbs up to all involved.

[mrs.k]

My house was made in the 1950s and we live by a river. 😭 The windows are always damp in the morning and it leaks down into the walls. We have a dehumidifier but now it has mold growing in it... Ugh the struggle...

[nalanat]

A very informative and beneficial episode. Thank you for doing this.

[sdqsdq]

should do one series on house plants, does excessive house plant in the house improve air quality ?

[Dmetric]

20:12 that's awesome it looks like the mess i found on a paper towel this morning.

[JimsHazardousMaterialRemoval]

Very important to get mould removed from your home. Some great information in this video.

[spiderliliez]

Dehumidifier and regular AC do keep them away. Also, avoid drying clothes inside your house and fix water leaks.

[inezamy]

Unwritten rule from my country you don't stay in the ground floor if you can avoid it, but loved the topic l will incorporate the methods mentioned if l see mould in my house

[susunaho]

Instructions
1) Bleach
2) Vinegar because of acidity because of low pH.
3)Mixed acid and hypochlorite might create explosion 💥
4) UV light destroys DNA of bacteria, microorganisms effective but depends on size .
5 )Air filter depends on what it can do
conclusion change your living habits, air is dry, clean off mould growth
6) Veggies avoid buying any that has damage .
7) Dried bay leaves careful lots of mould I guessed be cautious our dried herbs careful .
Mouldy food comes from good amount of bacteria
Bread just throw .
Moulds can cause persistent allergies and prolong exposure is dangerous
See patch of it clean it immediately and we’ll ventilated area.
Wash be thorough for food consumption.

[mahdiyussuf]

Awesome episode, Talking Point guys! This is the stuff I love about international programming.