GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - Melissa Harris had a personal story which punctuated her presentation before the Grand Rapids Chapter of the American Indoor Air Quality Council. Harris, communications coordinator for the Greenguard Environmental Institute, Atlanta, spoke of her brother-in-law and his exposure to mold.
Harris said that he had been a picture of good health all of his life and was an athlete who trained regularly. His bedroom in his parent's home began showing signs of mold growth. The young man was later diagnosed with asthma. He had to quit running track and experienced a number of other health problems. When the mold was remediated, his asthma cleared up completely and he was able to participate in sports again.