From construction and demolition workers to firefighters, metal workers and mechanics, employees in many different industries may risk asbestos exposure on a day-to-day basis. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, even a few day’s exposure to...
Mesothelioma is often misdiagnosed in women
Many Illinois residents unfortunately have personal experience with mesothelioma. An aggressive form of cancer, it is an extremely devastating illness that is usually due to prolonged exposure to asbestos. This type of cancer affects the mesothelium, the thin layer of...
Are you at risk for developing mesothelioma?
Most Illinois residents have heard about the dangers of the fiber substance called asbestos. This was a commonly used building material until the late 1990s. It's most commonly found in insulation and can be harmful to people that come in contact with it. A rise in...
Is an employer responsible for protecting you from asbestos?
Most adults throughout Illinois depend on an employer to keep them safe at work. Keeping employees safe against the threat of robberies, accidents, and other concerns is important. With that said, you'll also want to consider if the company you work for is keeping you...
Taking action on asbestos exposure
Asbestos is a carcinogenic compound that can cause lung cancer, mesothelioma and other ailments. Individuals may be exposed to asbestos if they worked in certain trades because asbestos was used in construction materials and other products until the last several...
