Q: Lately I’ve noticed some discoloration in my floors and a strong musty smell. Could these be signs of mold under my hardwood floors? If so, who should I call or what should I do to treat the mold?

Matt Fuchs lives in Maryland and writes about health, science, and technology. Matt Fuchs lives in Maryland and writes about health, science, and technology. In the early 1990s, the U.S. was shocked ...

Mold affects people in very different ways, from minor allergy symptoms to dangerous asthma attacks and infections, highlighting the need for awareness and prevention.

Breathing mold into the lungs, especially for a long period of time, may trigger allergic reactions and worsen symptoms of asthma and other respiratory conditions. Some types of mold may cause ...