Home and consumer life

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Dust mites

Does your home have a dust mite problem? You might be surprised to learn dust mites can be found in virtually all households. High humidity increases the presence of dust mites.

Surviving these tough economic times

Online or on paper, this publication offers information and tips on saving money around your home, choosing credit, protecting yourself against identity theft, Missouri landlord-tenant law, food prices, health care and relationship issues.

Shopping for consumer credit

Before you start looking for credit, read this publication for the ins and outs of consumer credit types and sources.

Radon risk

Radon can't be seen, felt or tasted. It's a radioactive gas that lurks in many Missouri homes going undetected. 

Radon Windows Media video

News

• Managing household mold
  Friday, June 19, 2009
  COLUMBIA, Mo. – Outdoor allergens aren’t the only cause of the sneezing, congestion, watery eyes and related symptoms that afflict many people this time of year. Moisture and rising temperatures can turn parts of your home into ideal sites for mold growth, said a University of Missouri Extension housing and environmental design specialist.
  
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Web Sites

The following are general-interest home and consumer life Web sites from the University of Missouri. Browse the menu on the left for sites on more specific home and consumer life topics.

• College of Human Environmental Sciences
• Human Environmental Sciences Extension
• MissouriFamilies