FRIDAY, Nov. 16 (HealthDay News) -- While bringing home a live
Christmas tree marks the beginning of the holiday season for many, the
mold that thrives on its branches can trigger weeks of suffering for some,
a new study shows.
Connecticut researchers have found that the mold count from a live
Christmas tree rose to five times the normal level two weeks after the
tree was brought indoors, and that can prove problematic for people with
mold allergies.
An artificial
tree may be a better option for people with mold allergies
but
they carry their own set of problems, especially if they've been stored in
the attic or basement where they can collect dust and mold
For some people who are sensitive to odors, the
aroma from the tree, which most people like, could irritate their nose and
cause symptoms
Store Christmas decorations in plastic containers that you can wipe
off, since cardboard can potentially have mold
wear a
N95 dust mask when bringing stuff out of storage."
clipped from: health.yahoo.com