Do you have mold, mildew, or both? They are both fungi and can be problematic for health but to different extents. Native Floridians are very familiar with mildew. It is generally easy to get rid of (bleach or other similar products)but can be an ongoing battle to control. It usually doesn't cause serious health issues unless you live with a lot of it for a long time. Mold, is a more serious issue. Anything with mildew on it can be washed or cleaned and will be fine. Mold can permeate fabrics, etc. and make them worthless. I completely cleaned up a rental house last summer that had lots of mildew issues. Lots of soap, water, Clorox, fresh air, and sunlight solved the problem. Fortunately I did not have any mold. I now have a dehumidifier going 24/7. Find out for sure what you have before you throw things away. lizzie