I currently work in an office that i and my fellow workers suspect there is mold, i have been to several nose and allergy specialist and other employees have some symptoms. I informed my boss about it and he replied "who told you there was mold."  All I want currently is a test to be done and if nothing is done then I would assume legal action would follow. Am I correct?
205474
You have the right to get fired, moved sideways or downsized. Treating a building for mould probably isn't cheap. Watch your back.
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Send the manager a letter, informing him of the problem, and telling him that the presence of the mold is a health hazard, and is a breach of the lease, and constitutes a breach of the specific warranty of habitability given with the lease/apartment. Tell him in the letter that they have 48 hours to repair, or that you will repair at your costs to mitigate damages, with the costs expended by you to be deducted from future lease payments, and/or recouped via legal proceedings.  Send a copy of the letter to the local health board, or other inspection agency, along with one or more Internet articles you pull and copy that reflect the dangerousness of toxic mold.  Be sure and send the articles to the manager as well. \n\nGood luck.
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I'm not a nurse, or a medical professional of any kind for that matter but I have a suggestion.  I know that in the places where I have worked we always had someone in charge safety and/or safety inspections.  If you could get your hands on that persons check list (i.e. things they are supposed to check or look for) I would think that would help you.  If I missed the point entirely just ignore this.
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Have they checked the oxygen levels in your blood?  Are you Asthmatic?  Sounds like Asthma to me.  Do you have animals?  Shedding is big this time of year... Allergies?  They should check you for either a seasonal asthma or adult onset.  Certain things can trigger asthma out of the blue.  Don't let them just rule you out.  Go somewhere else to get assessed.  They may prescribe albuterol/inhaler for immergency purposes, should your airways get inflamed.  Be sure to stay on top of this... don't just listen to one doctor.. see another!!
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I commend you for preparing for your appointment with the allergist.  Being an informed patient fosters communication with doctor(s) and helps you make informed choices about your treatment plan(s).  I hope the following information is helpful in getting you as healthy as possible.  \n\n\nFirst of all, here are some "basics" that were helpful for me to know:\n#1: A better term for "allergies" is "hypersensitivities".\n\n#2: Allergies are grouped by the kind of trigger, time of year, or where symptoms appear on the body. \n\n#3:  Types of Allergies: \na) Indoor (aka “Nasal” Allergies)\nb) Outdoor (aka “Hay Fever” and “Nasal” Allergies) \nc) Food & Drug \nd) Latex \ne) Insect\nf) Skin\ng) Eye\n  \n\n#4: There are two ways to test for hypersentivities*:\na. Skin \nb. Blood \n\n\n#5: Hypersensitivities/ Allergies change with time.  Yup, just because you are not allergic to something in the past doesn’t assure you will not develop hypersensitivity down the road.\n\n#6: Hypersensitivities/ Allergies can be managed.  There is/are no cure(s).\n\n#7: Treatment does not make you hypersensitive -/ allergen-free.  There is/are no cure(s).\n\n#8: Most allergists do NOT test for or help with food hypersensitivities.  \n\n\n\nSo, with all that in mind, it is IMPERATIVE to know WHY you and your primary care physician (PCP) need the expertise of an Allergy & Immunology specialist.  Is it because: \n#1: You have never been diagnosed or tested?\n\n#2: You and your doctor want to rule out food hypersensitivity?  \n\n#3: You and your doctor suspect a NEW hypersensensitivity to certain foods, pets, drugs, etc.?\n\n#4: A preexisting condition - asthma, environmental hypersensitivity, skin disorder, etc. – require medications such as epinephrine and/or other prescriptions?   \n\n\n\nOnce you’ve ascertained the reason why you are seeing an allergist, here are some questions you may want to ask the allergist BEFORE your appointment:\n#1: Do you test for food allergies?\n\n#2: Do you treat food allergies?\n\n#3: Do you view food hypersensitivity as seriously as environmental hypersensitivity?\n\n#4: (If the allergist does treat food allergies.)  Do you prescribe epinephrine for severe food reactions?\n\n#5. Is there anything I need to do with my medication(s) to prepare for my appointment? \n\n#6. Do you practice/ prescribe alternative treatment (aka Naturopathy***)? \n\n\n\nTo make the most out of doctor visits, it always a good idea to:\n#1. (Especially on your initial visit)\nProvide thorough information (past & present) related to your hypersensitivities/ allergies**.  \n\n#2:  Provide an accurate and detailed list of all prescribed and over-the-counter products (include vitamins, minerals, dietary supplements/ shakes, herbs, etc.) you are currently taking.\n\n#3.  Update your list every time you see a provider\n\n\n\nLastly, if you have additional questions or would like more information, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) now provides online access to an allergy specialist.  Questions can be submitted online at http://www.aafa.org/ask_allergist_online.cfm
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You need to call your doc and ask for a referral to an allergist.  The allergist will test you for all sorts of allergies at the same time.  They usually use the skin test not blood test to test for allergies.
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I'd guess allergies.  Have you had your house checked for mold?
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The allergist should have done skin testing.  This is probably the only way you will find out.  She needs to know so she can avoid whatever is doing this to her.  The skin test is done by actually injecting a small amount of the suspected allergin under the skin.  She may not be thrilled about having this done but it probably should be done.
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if your daughter was ill why would you need a 'FAKE" doctors excuse?? there are laws protecting workers from disciplinary action for tending to family emergencies. ask an attorney if you feel you may be sanctioned by your employer for your absence..
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Could be a sinus infection or an allergy.
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Mold is visible to the eye- the ugly black stuff on walls . If you keep on living with it, you could even get asthma. Baking soda should help scrub it away, if you find it. Otherwise just make a complaint to whoever's incharge.
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Mold can be deadly.  It loves nice warm wet places, like your lungs.  Take lots of pictures and show them to your principal.  He has a budget of free money to keep the place clean and safe.  Chances are he's been skimming it for his own use and not spending it on the school.  Expect many excuses.  It would be good to take samples too.   Look in the yellow pages for businesses who deal with mold.
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Next time, before u go to work, take an allergie medication (claratin, benadryl, singulair, etc) and see if the symptoms go away or arent as bad.  If they are better after u take the medication, its probably allergies.  It is hard to see allergens or what is causing your problems because allergens could be ANYTHING.....dust, mold, the floor cleaner/wax they use on the floors, pollen, etc.  If you do realize it is allergies, go to your doctor and they can test u for exactly what u are allergic to.  They prick your skin with lots of different "allergens" and see what u react to.  That way, u may be able to narrow down what exactly is causing your allergies at work.....hope this helps!
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Bleach may clean mold off a surface, but it does not kill spores or penetrate porous materials where mold hides. For safe and effective killing of mold, only EPA approved, environmentally safe, biodegradable cleaners should be used. Additionally, it is always best to force dry the area after applying anything wet. Finally, a proven enzyme based product specifically designed to return the environment back into a natural, healthy state should be used to complete the remediation process.\n\nThere is no way to eliminate all molds and mold spores in your home.\nThe only way to control indoor mold growth is to control the moisture. If mold is a problem in your home or building, you must clean up the mold and eliminate the moisture sources.
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They should be if they have not been. Mold is very toxic and dangerous.
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There are several things you can do.\n\nBut first... an environmental analyst has to be called to assess the risk. Walls may have to be ripped out, and carpets removed. Landlords are responsible for the safety of the premises, but are often reluctant in cases such as yours because it is expensive, and they are in the business to make money. Mold spores are microscopic and a baby is especially susceptible because their imune system is not fully developed.\n\nFirst, there should be a brach of government (either state or provincial) that deals with tennant rights. Probably called the "lanlord tennancy board" or something like that, it can also be covered under "consumer relations".\nThis covers info on your rights and the lanlord's responsibility.\nOR\nCall the health inspection ageny, mold spores are VERY unhealthy and I'm sure the local health inspecter would be very interested in this.\n\nIf all else fails, call all of your local television channels, and newspapers. In my area there ws a huge expose on mold in an apartment, and the landlords cleaned it up quickly due to public pressure.\n\nGood luck.
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It's never okay to tell someone you really don't know well that they have an odor problem. Offering mints,gum to the person is acceptable.Telling your boss or supervisor about the problem and asking for them to help is the other way to deal with it.