People in Louisiana who work in occupations where they face a high risk of exposure to asbestos may wonder how much exposure it takes to develop mesothelioma. One study claims that any amount of exposure can lead to the fatal illness. Is there any safe amount of...
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How does asbestos enter the body?
There are many different materials and chemicals that are used in various different industries in Louisiana. These chemicals and materials can be very effective at achieving their goals, but some of them can be very hazardous for the humans who work with them every...
What is asbestosis?
Asbestos is a dangerous substance that can seriously harm the tissues of the body. In some victims, asbestos can cause cancer and subject individuals to pain and significant suffering. Louisiana residents who are exposed to asbestos may also develop another serious...
What illnesses can I get from asbestos exposure?
Asbestos exposure can result in several different illnesses victims who believe they may have been exposed to the dangerous material should be familiar with. Victims and their families should also be aware of the legal options available that may protect them if they...
Workers exposed to asbestos
While asbestos is not as common as it once was in American life, it is not completely banned. The substance is still used in some industries, where workers are exposed to it. For much of the twentieth century, asbestos was used in a wide variety of products. Made from...
Asbestos is still killing thousands of Americans every year
Scientists have known for decades that asbestos can cause deadly lung diseases, and the substance has been mostly banned in the United States since 1989. So, why are people still coming down with asbestosis, mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases? There are...
What are workers’ rights when it comes to asbestos exposure?
Asbestos, a type material made up of minerals, was once a popular form of insulation. Workers in various industries, such as the construction industry, shipyard industry and automotive industry often came in contact with asbestos. However, it has been well document...
Asbestos exposure and high-risk occupations in Louisiana
By now our readers in Louisiana know what the material “asbestos” is and that exposure to the material can potentially result in severe, long-term health issues. However, many people may not realize that the potential to be exposed to asbestos may be higher in certain...
Asbestos may be in your building products
Before 1980, asbestos was commonly found in building products used in the construction of commercial and residential structures because of its versatility and cost. Construction workers engaged in altering or demolishing these structures and the original workers are...
EPA identifies industries at risk of asbestos exposure
Asbestos is a dangerous material that time and again has been linked to serious diseases and cancers, including mesothelioma. Yet, despite knowledge of the dangers, asbestos is still used in many industries. This puts those workers at serious risk of harm that could...