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From: bill parks <misterbill21225**At_Symbol_Here**YAHOO.COM>
Subject: Re: [DCHAS-L] Air Sampling???
Date: January 30, 2012 2:10:56 PM EST
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If its a new building, formaldehyde preservatives come to mind - similar symptoms. If it's an older building, mold may be a possibility. There may also be fugitive formaldehyde emissions from improperly sealed ductwork - and the list keeps on going. May want to check the normal (usual) offenders first before you go looking for zebras.

OMHO

 
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From: Dan Matlick <dmatlick**At_Symbol_Here**LINCOLNWAYENERGY.COM>
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Sent: Monday, January 30, 2012 1:00 PM
Subject: Re: [DCHAS-L] Air Sampling???

I have had similar reactions before. Is the person allergic to mold? Found out in a previous employer that they had mold growing in the hvac ducting. 

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From: DCHAS-L Discussion List [mailto:dchas-l**At_Symbol_Here**MED.CORNELL.EDU] On Behalf Of Wayne Phan
Sent: Monday, January 30, 2012 11:40 AM
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Subject: [DCHAS-L] Air Sampling???

Hello all,

Recently, a colleague of mine is experiencing symptom of irritation, itching, and allergic reaction every time he enters one of the buildings at our workplace.  This is a music building.  Do you know what kind of air sampling I should conduct?  Any suggestions on how I approach this problem?

Thanks,

Wayne


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