Health Problems

Existing Occupant Health Problems

• Some clients are sensitive to dust generated by the installation of cellulose insulation.
• The use of blower doors could aggravate certain health problems.

• Identify preexisting health conditions (e.g., allergies)
• Address such problems when they are found
• Identify steps to ensure that weatherization work will not worsen these problems.

Health Resources

• American Lung Association
• Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America
• EPA - Asthma

• Health and Clean Air Newsletter

• Allergy Relief in Humid Climates, Home Energy Magazine , March/April 2002
• Creating Airtight and Healthy Homes, Home Energy Magazine , November/December 2001
• Missteps with Mold, Home Energy Magazine , July/August 2002
• Remediating Mold: A Clip-Out Checklist for Building Professionals, Home Energy Magazine , July/August 2002

• Health and Safety Guidance (July 12, 2002) 
• Program Year 2004 Weatherization Grant Guidance (November 10, 2003)