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Midea is recalling approximately 1.7 million U and U+ window air conditioners sold under various brand names due to reports of mold growth, which has caused health issues like respiratory infections and allergic reactions. Consumers are advised to contact Midea for repairs or refunds, and the recall affects units sold nationwide from March 2020 to May 2025.
Nearly 50,000 NovaForm mattresses sold exclusively at Costco have been recalled due to the risk of potential mold exposure. Manufacturer FXI Inc. announced the recall, stating that the mattresses may have been exposed to water during manufacturing, leading to mold development. Mold exposure can pose health risks, particularly for individuals with mold allergies or compromised immune systems. Customers who purchased the recalled mattresses have been advised to contact FXI for a full refund or free replacement, including pickup and disposal of the affected mattress. The mattresses were sold between January and June 2023 in northwestern states and the San Francisco Bay area.
The Bay Area allergy season could be severe this year due to historic rainfall, leading to issues for people who are allergic to grass, weeds, dust, and mold. The rain could also break down pollen particles into smaller particles, which can travel farther into small airways in the nose and cause inflammation. Health experts suggest reducing exposure to allergens, taking medication, and running a HEPA filter air purification system to help cope with allergies this year.