A Growing Problem in Our Houses: Mold ; Fungus Can Wreck Your Health, Kill a Home Sale

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Myrna and Nathan Yagoda traded in their Wayne house for a Fort Lee penthouse in 1996, after their two daughters left home. They were thrilled with their four-bedroom unit in the Pembroke co-op, with sweeping New York views that stretched from the Statue of Liberty to Yonkers.

But just weeks after they moved in, the Yagodas noticed water leaking into several of the bedrooms from the roof. That was the beginning of a years-long struggle with dampness and mold that, according to the Yagodas, sickened both of them and finally forced them to flee the apartment. They left behind their clothing, furniture and family photos.

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A Growing Problem in Our Houses: Mold ; Fungus Can Wreck Your Health, Kill a Home Sale

Mold in buildings has gotten more attention over the last several years as it was linked to allergies, breathing problems and other health issues. While there are still a lot of questions about the effects of mold, it's believed that most mold is not harmful to most people.

"For the majority of us, it's not a problem," said Mary Ann Michelis, a...

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