FPM 03 - Medical Perspectives of Unhealthy Homes

Friday, May 20, 2005  ·  1:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Medical Perspectives of Unhealthy Homes

Three allergists with expertise in the field of respiratory disease, asthma, and other indoor environmental conditions will discuss the health effects of poor indoor environments. A building investigator will discuss methods and materials and demonstrate instruments used in finding and identifying the various pollutants related to environmental disease.

By attending this session, participants will

1. Be aware of the major biological and non-biological pollutants that are present in homes

2. Learn about the clinical symptoms of patients living in these environments, and the possible biological mechanisms involved

3. Learn what construction problems lead to mold infestations in newly built homes that create occupant health problems

Keywords: assessment, carbon monoxide, comfort, diagnostics, energy efficient, environment, evaluation, fundamentals, health and safety, housing performance, humidity, IAQ, material pollutant emissions, moisture, mold, rot, sick homes, state-of-the-art, tight construction, water, whole house

Topic(s): Durability & Health, Indoor Air Quality
Type: Half-Day
CEU: American Institute of Architects (AIA)   American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI)  

Course Presenter(s):

• John Ouellette, M.D
• Jeffrey May
• James Sublett, M.D.