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Mother's Battle: Mould Threatens Health Amid Cancer Fight

12/20/2025

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Tracy Manley, a 59-year-old Bristol mother undergoing chemotherapy for throat cancer, says mould in her home harms her and her son's health.
The mould has worsened over the past three years after 27 years in the house.
Bristol City Council acknowledges the problem and says it will address damp reports within ten days.
In the UK, more than eight million people live in cold, damp homes causing respiratory issues.

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Tracy Manley, a 59-year-old Bristol mother undergoing chemotherapy for throat cancer, says mould in her home harms her and her son's health.
The mould has worsened over the past three years after 27 years in the house.
Bristol City Council acknowledges the problem and says it will address damp reports within ten days.
In the UK, more than eight million people live in cold, damp homes causing respiratory issues.