Finding Environmentally Safe Housing: Scott Daniska

The Chemical Sensitivity Podcast

Episode 46 of The Chemical Sensitivity Podcast is available now!
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It’s called: “Finding Environmentally Safe Housing.”

I’m speaking with Scott Daniska.
Scott Daniska, an independent researcher with a background in biology and genomics who has MCS. After five years trying to rent safe apartments in Massachusetts, he currently lives in Connecticut on the east coast of the U.S.

We talk about what is one of the greatest challenges that people with MCS face -- finding environmentally safe housing. It’s something Scott has grappled with and has shared insights about on his YouTube channel.

More about Scott Daniska:
https://linktr.ee/scottthescientist

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Chapters

1. Host introduction and background (00:00:00)

2. MCS and its challenges (00:00:15)

3. What this show offers (00:01:10)

4. Guest introduction: Scott Daniska (00:01:42)

5. Scott's experiences with MCS (00:02:33)

6. TILT and the interplay between toxic exposure, genetics, and individual susceptibility. (00:04:41)

7. Challenges with Housing: Scott details the difficulties he faced in finding safe housing, including the impact on his health and the limited options available. (00:06:13)

8. Living Outside: Scott shares his experience of living in unconventional spaces, such as a screened-in porch, to mitigate chemical exposure. (00:07:47)

9. Sharing Information: Sharing scientific knowledge with loved ones to foster understanding and support. (00:12:46)

10. Housing Challenges: We explore the significant obstacles people with MCS face in finding safe and affordable housing. (00:13:11)

11. Environmental Triggers: Various triggers for MCS, from metals and smoke to mold and VOCs, and their impact on health. (00:15:24)

12. Effects of Particulates: The detrimental effects of particulate exposure, particularly from paint on Scott's health. (00:17:51)

13. Use of VOC Meters: Scott advises caution in relying solely on VOC meters and emphasizes listening to one's body to identify triggers. (00:22:50)

14. Creating Safe Spaces: insights on mitigating exposure within contaminated homes, emphasizing airflow management and ventilation strategies. (00:24:26)

15. Balancing Ventilation and Contaminants: The balance between sealing off contaminants and ensuring adequate ventilation to maintain air quality. (00:25:23)

16. Advocacy Efforts: Advocacy efforts aimed at promoting legislation for chemically safe housing and raising awareness about MCS triggers. (00:27:07)

17. Please support our show! (00:28:29)