The day you begin immediately get rid of ashtrays, lighters and all cigarettes.

Consider finding yourself a friend, relative or co-worker who wants to quit too and support each other.

If stress is a factor then find an exercise program. Joining a nearby health club will be less expensive than cigarettes.

Your home will smell fresh and clean. You'll spend less time, energy and money cleaning your house.

You will reduce risk of fire. As a result your homeowner's insurance rates may be reduced.

Your food will taste better.

Remind yourself of everything nice that you could be buying for yourself or your home with money that you are spending on cigarettes.

As a last resort remind yourself of health benefits. You'll reduce your chances of lung, throat and mouth cancer. Reduce chances of cardiovascular disease.

Stop smoking and body will begin to repair damage done almost immediately.

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Is Sampling And Testing For Indoor Mould Necessary?

Yes. The building occupants need assurances that they are not being exposed to moulds that may cause health problems. Testing is important so as to: * to determine presence or absence of airborne spores, their composition and concentration in situations where occupants experience mould related ill health but with no obvious mould growth, * to determine if spores from visible mould growth sources had become airborne,

* to detect and quantify certain mould species,

* to determine efficacy of mould remediation.

How Can We Control Mould Growth?

Mould growth can be controlled by maintaining indoor relative humidity within range of 30-60 % and ensuring that any water leakage or flood is attended to immediately. Use of biocides to control mould in indoor environment is generally not recommended due to associated health risks and fact that these chemicals may not be effective against all moulds and are effective for only a limited period of time.