Building-related illness (BRI) in all family members caused by mold infestation after dampness damage of the building

Introduction: In 2010, dampness damage in a single-family house caused a massive mold infestation. In the further course, the 5 family members developed severe health problems. This report investigates the extent and cause of the water damage. In addition, the various visible fungal infestations wer...

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Main Authors: Kramer, Axel, Wichelhaus, Thomas A., Kempf, Volkhard, Hogardt, Michael, Zacharowski, Kai
Format: Article
Language:deu
Published: German Medical Science GMS Publishing House 2021-12-01
Series:GMS Hygiene and Infection Control
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Online Access:http://www.egms.de/static/en/journals/dgkh/2021-16/dgkh000403.shtml