Everybody knows that texting and talking on the phone while you’re driving is dangerous. is why That is there are so many laws about cellphone use behind the wheel. Did you know that there are a lot of other distractions that can affect driving safety? Many of them...
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Are there early mesothelioma symptoms?
If you believe you have been exposed to asbestos, you may be worried about developing mesothelioma. This is an aggressive type of cancer that often results in fatalities. Typically, it develops in the abdomen or chest cavity, in or around the lungs. One of the...
Jury awards millions in talc mesothelioma lawsuit
Many people with mesothelioma they are sick because of their employment. Blue-collar professionals have particularly high risk. Careers in manufacturing, shipbuilding or even vehicle repair can expose workers to asbestos. Workers may have handled asbestos for years....
Understanding the risks of secondary asbestos exposure
Construction workers, firefighters and shipbuilders are just a few of the many workers who are exposed to asbestos daily. Asbestos is a dangerous material that, when exposed, can lead to serious medical conditions. Many people who are exposed to asbestos end up...
Removing tile can create asbestos exposure
If you’re renovating your bathroom and putting in new tile, it’s not going to contain asbestos fibers. New tile in the United States never does, as the use of asbestos has been prohibited for around 50 years. But you do still need to consider asbestos risks if you...
Old school buildings may contain asbestos
Asbestos is a deadly material that was used in building construction before the dangers were realized. Many older schools may still have asbestos in ceiling tiles, flooring and insulation. This material doesn’t cause problems if it’s not being disturbed. When...
Which professions expose workers to talcum powder?
Talcum powder has been present in many households for centuries. People have used it for personal hygiene and baby care. The mineral has also been present in many industries as a raw material for manufacturing. After centuries of use, researchers found out that being...
Toxic exposure makes welding a dangerous job
Most people know that welding is dangerous. The career involves using high-power tools to control flames. Welders often work in construction or in industrial environments. Some welders have job hazards related to a commercial facility. Factories create a variety of...
Why was asbestos used in the first place?
These days, most people know that asbestos is dangerous. They think of the risks of developing health issues, such as an aggressive type of cancer known as mesothelioma, which has a high fatality rate. Asbestos can also lead to other respiratory issues and health...
3 places that mesothelioma grows in the human body
Every type of cancer is different. Some are more aggressive than others. Most types of cancer respond well to treatment. Not all of them do. Mesothelioma is a deadly type of cancer. It is dangerous for several reasons. First, there is no cure for mesothelioma....