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T1 WHO guidelines for indoor air quality: dampness and mould
A1 World Health Organization, 
PB WHO
SN 7990000000000
YR 2009
FD 2009
LK https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/8675
UL https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/8675
NO This document provides a comprehensive review of the scientific evidence on health problems associated with building moisture and biological agents. The review concludes that the most important effects are increased prevalences of respiratory symptoms, allergies and asthma as well as perturbation of the immunological system.The document also summarizes the available information on the conditions that determine the presence of mould and measures to control their growth indoors. WHO guidelines for protecting public health are formulated on the basis of the review. The most important means for avoiding adverse health effects is the prevention (or minimization) of persistent dampness and microbial growth on interior surfaces and in building structures.
DS UN Environment Document Repository
RD Sep 21, 2026