It’s a kind of fuzzy fungi that can be hazardous to your health... but can also help it. This week, we’re going beyond the petri dish and exploring the microscopic world of mold. *At a base level, ...

It’s a common belief that simply cutting off the visible mold from food like bread or cheese makes the rest safe to eat. However, food safety experts warn that this isn’t always the case. The ...

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Mold growth in your home can be unsettling. Blackened spots and dusty patches on the walls are signs that something is amiss, but it is important to distinguish between mold growth that is a nuisance ...

With its tropical climate and persistent moisture, New Orleans has long been a hotbed of fungal disease and research. But when hurricane Katrina blew through, the town quite literally became one giant ...