BREAKING: An inquest has found that two-year-old Awaab Ishak died as a result of a 'severe respiratory condition caused due to prolonged exposure to mould in a home environment'. More on this story: 📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube
Awaab was rushed to hospital on 19 December after struggling to breathe but was discharged the following morning, the coroner was told.But he returned the next day and died after suffering a cardiac arrest brought on by respiratory failure.
Fungus was found in Awaab's blood and lungs, with such severe inflammation suggesting an allergic reaction to it, he said.Professor Malcolm Richardson, a mould and fungi expert, supported these findings, saying there had been"extensive mould" on the walls and ceilings of the kitchen, bathroom and bedroom for"some considerable time".
It had returned by October 2018 and by May 2019 Mr Abdullah was making frequent complaints and had asked to move home, the coroner was told.Giving evidence, his wife said:"When anyone came to the flat they said it was disgusting and I felt sad about it. I would rather visit my friends than have people visit the flat."
The housing association said that despite complaints it was its policy not to do work to a property that was subject to a legal complaint until it had been approved by solicitors.
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