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Barbara Dell Kessel

This Site's Purpose...

...is to help moms research the effects of environmental toxins which contribute to the ill health of our children. We provide information on the chemical sensitivities that result from exposure to pesticides, molds and mycotoxins, herbicides, and more.

Haunting Question

"How could you not have known?"

Every once in a while this question haunts me. "How could you see so much sickness and not consider your environment?"

I remember the first time my friend, Lisa, suggested the possibility that our indoor air was a factor. It was December, 2007. Reagan had just returned home from his fourth ear surgery.

She used the phrase "sick building."

Mold Testimonies

I continue to hear from people all over the country who have battled mold. The following two stories demonstrate the range of experiences. From quick remediation, to undetected and massive exposure like ours. I share them both, with permission, knowing that each story will help others who find themselves confronted with water leaks and/or resulting mold.

A Small Step, A Giant Leap

Your doctor may soon be telling you to back off on the use of plastics, eliminate the use of toxic chemicals in your home, and find natural alternatives for pesticides and herbicides. You may even be encouraged one day in the future to check your home for toxic mold.

The following press release was issued during the week of November 9, 2009:

Pesticides in Schools

Pesticides are routinely sprayed in school buildings and day care centers around the country. I didn't give this a second thought until my children became chemically sensitive earlier this year. Since that time I have become keenly aware of the misuse of these dangerous chemicals. This news story addresses the issue by allowing us to view the application process at an Atlanta day care center. Watch how quickly the infants are brought back into the room.

A Call To Action

As our family continues to put our heart and soul into a long and extensive recovery from mold poisoning, I remain adamant that education is the key to awakening our country to the dangers of toxic mold.

The following paper was released more than 2 years ago by the University of Pittsburgh. Clearly a call to action, the authors offer stunning evidence that toxic mold is truly the lead and radon issue of our day.

Mold in Schools

Mold is a common occurrence in school buildings. Lots of indoor plumbing, tight construction, and poor ventilation contribute to mold amplification issues. A 2005 study by Jim Burkhart, Ph.D. shows that children's asthma risks more than double if their surroundings smell of mold. If any parent, teacher, or administrator suspects a problem I recommend the schoolmoldhelp website.

Recently, an elementary school in Greensboro, NC decided to temporarily close its doors this fall.

"The teachers and parents who filled the Oak Ridge gym reported a litany of medical symptoms, including severe respiratory problems, nose and eye bleeds, headaches, sleeplessness, burning throats and severe attention problems among students. Teachers said the performance of students on tests has plummeted."

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This Site's Purpose...

Haunting Question

Mold Testimonies

A Small Step, A Giant Leap

Pesticides in Schools

A Call To Action

Mold in Schools