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- How to test for asbestos-related lung cancer
Mar 23, 2021
Asbestos is defined as a naturally existing or occurring “fibrous silicate mineral.” Over the course of an extended period of time, asbestos was used in building materials in Pennsylvania and across the United States. Ultimately, workers and others exposed to asbestos were determined to be at a higher risk of contracting cancer. Although asbestos is no longer used, the continued presence in older buildings keeps the material a real concern. Luckily, there is a reliable...Read More - Mesothelioma risk factors and symptoms
Mar 10, 2021
Though the use of asbestos, a fibrous heat-resistant substance, has been regulated due to its association with mesothelioma, many industries in Pennsylvania still use it. Mesothelioma is a rare cancer form caused by breathing in asbestos particles, and many factors could make someone more susceptible to it. Basics of mesothelioma Mesothelioma affects the mesothelium, or the lining of the heart, lung, or stomach. Some symptoms include weight loss, fatigue or anemia, decrease in appetite, chest tightness or...Read More - What is chrysotile asbestos?
Mar 2, 2021
Each year, some Pennsylvanians realize that they’ve been unknowingly exposed to dangerous chemicals or substances. If you get a notice from your place of work or residence that you’ve been exposed to chrysotile asbestos, it can be daunting to think about the implications. What exactly is chrysotile asbestos, and how can you be exposed to it? Here’s what you need to know about the substance and the harmful effects on your body. Understanding chrysotile asbestos...Read More - How can you identify asbestos?
Feb 24, 2021
Until the 1970s, building companies in Pennsylvania frequently used asbestos in homes and buildings. The substance was banned in the 70s due to negative health effects, but some older homes and businesses still have asbestos in the walls. If your house was built several decades ago, you might want to contact someone about asbestos removal. How can you identify asbestos in your home? Over time, asbestos exposure can cause cancer, breathing problems and other health...Read More - The link between cancer and asbestos
Feb 4, 2021
Professionals in several industries used asbestos, including those working in shipyards, crayon manufacturing, automotive manufacturing and construction services. Industries in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, use asbestos because it is versatile and resists heat better than other materials. However, exposure to asbestos has been linked to a disease called mesothelioma and several other diseases. How asbestos causes disease Asbestos is a natural, flexible material made of tiny fibers that makes an efficient insulator, but when particles get into...Read More - The EPA has underestimated asbestos risk
Feb 3, 2021
Asbestos has many useful features. It’s lightweight and flame retardant. For years, it was one of the most common building materials used in Pennsylvania and across the USA. By 1918, the Bureau of Labor Statistics had noticed higher mortality among workers who handled asbestos. Over the years, the links between asbestos and diseases like asbestosis and cancer were established. Asbestos and the EPA One of the first regulations to affect the industrial use of asbestos...Read More - Second-hand exposure to asbestos
Jan 27, 2021
Asbestos is a carcinogenic compound that can cause cancer and other health issues. Workers in certain industries may encounter asbestos in the workplace. In some instances, individuals who come into contact with such a worker may undergo exposure to asbestos from the residue present on that worker’s clothes or equipment. People in Pennsylvania and other states with second-hand exposure to asbestos have several options to seek compensation and redress for their injuries. Pre-litigation resolution Some...Read More - Workers with a higher risk of asbestos exposure
Jan 19, 2021
Asbestos is a carcinogenic compound that is used in many insulation, electrical and construction products. Although most manufacturers have transitioned to non-asbestos products, asbestos from prior decades continues to be found in the workplace. As a result, workers in Pennsylvania and elsewhere need to be aware of industries that have a higher risk of asbestos exposure according to the EPA. Insulators Insulation is often applied to piping and equipment to maintain the efficiency of operations...Read More - Could your non-lung health problems be related to mesothelioma?
Jan 9, 2021
Asbestos was a product commonly used in building materials in Pennsylvania for many years without consideration of the potential harm that the product could cause. The material was pervasive until it was discovered just how toxic it actually could be in the long run, which also meant the damage was done long before any medical application could be applied to deter the growth of mesothelioma. While Congress implemented an asbestos abatement program several decades ago,...Read More - Mesothelioma caused by linotype machines
Jan 6, 2021
Asbestos exposure has many harmful effects, including cancers such as mesothelioma. In traditional cases, the asbestos may come from paint chips, harmful chemicals, insulation equipment, military-grade vehicles, and more. One business industry that seems to not receive consideration in most cases is the printing industry. Linotype machines may be the culprit behind many employees’ asbestos exposure and mesothelioma, a harmful cancer. Symptoms of asbestos exposure As mentioned, asbestos exposure can lead to cancers such as...Read More