Asbestos exposure on the job was very common just a few decades ago. Many industries, including the maritime sector, construction-related businesses and industrial companies used asbestos or performed services that resulted in workers having workplace exposure to...
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Can you identify asbestos?
Asbestos was once extensively used in building materials, but it has since largely been banned because it leads to a type of cancer known as mesothelioma. This is a very dangerous disease and it tends to be fatal, so asbestos is no longer used for most applications....
Is asbestos still used today?
Asbestos is known for its resistance to heat and corrosion. Accordingly, it has been used for decades in insulation and fireproofing materials, among other products. With that said, both people's view of this mineral – and regulators’ approach to it – changed...
2 non-cancerous diseases related to asbestos exposure
While asbestos is commonly known for its association with various cancers, it also poses significant risks in the form of non-cancerous diseases. Widely used for its fire-resistant properties, asbestos has left a lasting impact on individuals exposed to its fibers in...
What happens to former employees when a company that used asbestos closes?
Businesses that have historically used asbestos in their products do not always continue operating indefinitely. Many of these companies eventually shut down. They may have struggled to adapt to asbestos limitations and bans or may have faced too much economic...
Signs that may indicate asbestos exposure
Asbestos exposure is a serious concern that can inspire potential health risks that cannot be ignored. It is a naturally occurring mineral known for its strength, heat resistance and insulating properties. Due to these qualities, it was widely used in construction...
Why was asbestos once so popular?
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral. The discovery of asbestos has been found all around the globe for many years. It became popularly used in the mid-19th century, during the Industrial Revolution, for cars, buildings, manufacturing, power companies and...
What should you do after you’ve been exposed to asbestos?
Asbestos is a material that was once commonly used in building materials and house products because of its fire-retardant capabilities. Today, it’s understood that asbestos has severe effects on people who have been exposed to the mineral. The mineral can harm...
Is asbestosis just another term for mesothelioma?
Most people use the medical terms asbestosis and mesothelioma interchangeably because they both involve exposure to asbestos. However, these two diseases are not the same. It is vital to understand their differences if you plan to seek compensation. What is...
Who might develop asbestosis due to asbestos exposure?
Asbestos exposure is the underlying cause of many serious maladies. People sometimes develop mesothelioma or lung cancer due to asbestos exposure. Many people eventually die because of the cancers that asbestos can cause. Others develop chronic health conditions as a...