Recent studies have found that microplastics are nearly ubiquitous. You can find them everywhere. For example, one study looked at bottled water. In one single liter of bottled water, they were able to find around 240,000 plastic fragments that were large enough to be...
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Why is the neck so vulnerable during a car accident?
Car accidents occur every day but weather conditions and volumes of traffic at this time of year mean even more hazards. The severity of car accidents varies as do the potential injuries. Neck pain is commonly associated with road traffic collisions. The reasons...
Can you identify asbestos by sight?
Asbestos is generally not used in modern construction in the United States and hasn’t been since the 1970s. But that doesn’t mean that it’s gone. Asbestos still exists in many buildings where it was used in tile or insulation in the past. Homeowners know that this is...
Is silica the new asbestos?
Many people who work in construction and remodeling think that asbestos is largely a thing of the past. They know it can be in old homes and other buildings. They know that you need to take precautions if you’re making repairs or upgrades because it can be in the...
More states join Ohio in lawsuit against insulin drug makers
States taking action against businesses is not as common as individuals doing so when harmed by those organizations. But it happens. Government authorities file lawsuits against businesses that violate the law. The city of Cleveland initiated a lawsuit on Monday, July...
School building asbestos can cause mesothelioma in teachers
It is common knowledge that asbestos causes cancer. Sadly, few people knew that decades ago. Businesses used asbestos for a variety of different purposes and products. They didn't always warn workers of the risks of exposure. Products containing asbestos can cause...
4 causes of distracted driving
Auto accidents happen for many reasons, such as drunkenness, aggression and speeding. A large cause of auto accidents is distracted driving. Distracted driving happens cognitively, manually and visually. Anyone can become distracted while driving. Here are a few...
How can people prove that Roundup caused their cancer?
Roundup is one of the most widely-used agricultural chemicals. Roundup, or glyphosate, is owned by Monsanto, a company that is a subsidiary of Bayer. It has been in use since 1976. Sadly, it may be less safe than people long believed. Some farmers spray Roundup on...
Current employment is not necessary for mesothelioma lawsuits
Asbestos is a very dangerous material that people often handle at work. They may not understand how dangerous it can be until it has made them sick. It took years to prove a connection between asbestos and cancer. Research shows that asbestos can cause mesothelioma,...
Johnson & Johnson can’t avoid talc claims with bankruptcy
Johnson and Johnson (J&J) is such a big company that people trust it with their health. For decades, the company has been one of the biggest in the world. The organization has become a trusted household name. Countless people use their products as part of their...