Giving Victims A Voice
If you have ever worked as a construction contractor, you may be able to recognize asbestos by sight without performing chemical testing. While asbestos is a naturally occurring fiber that builders and others used for decades, it comes in more than one form. In fact,...
Your voice is part of what makes you immediately recognizable to friends and family members. You also use your voice to complete your job duties, participate in social activities and even engage in recreational pursuits. Put simply, if you lose your voice, your life...
The United States banned asbestos in the early 1990s. However, asbestos still finds a place in sealed items like car brakes these days and there is always the chance of uncovering old asbestos. Old buildings and machinery often insulated their walls and floors with...
Many Americans assume that asbestos is a workplace-related hazard. However, there are thousands of residential buildings across the US that may contain asbestos. Given how harmful asbestos exposure is, you must take all proper precautions. According to the...
Some consumer products you use may contain ingredients contaminated by the harmful substance asbestos. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration notes that products made with talc could contain asbestos fibers. Manufacturers generally add talc to products to reduce...
Asbestos is a mineral that is commonly found in building materials due to its ability to resist heat and corrosion. It is generally harmless if it is left alone and not consumed or inhaled. Unfortunately, exposure to dust from this substance can cause problems such as...
If you have been exposed to asbestos, perhaps as a construction worker or a firefighter, you may have symptoms that indicate the possibility of mesothelioma. What kind of tests will your doctor order? If pleural mesothelioma is the diagnosis, what is the stage of your...
Prolonged exposure to asbestos can lead to a condition called asbestosis. This occurs when asbestos fibers irritate the lungs, forming scar tissue. Scarred lung tissue is stiffer and does not expand as well as healthy tissue. This makes breathing more difficult....
If you have reason to believe that you had asbestos exposure, you could be at risk for developing mesothelioma. According to the Mesothelioma Center, patients with pleural mesothelioma tend to have respiratory symptoms. While respiratory symptoms can occur with...
In the past, asbestos was a popular construction product. It is a mineral made from thin fibers, often found in insulation. Unfortunately, when damaged, the fibers become airborne and become dangerous to anyone who inhales them. After years, people can develop...
