ASBESTOS. MESOTHELIOMA. OCCUPATIONAL DISEASE THROUGHOUT GEORGIA.
By now, many Americans understand just how catastrophic asbestos can be to a person's health. This was not always the case, though. Indeed, because of its insulation and fire-retardant potential, asbestos used to be present in a variety of everyday items. If you work...
Construction laborers are among the workers who are most exposed to the asbestos that may exist in older buildings. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has strict standards that such workers must follow. OSHA has developed a classification system...
Asbestos is a dangerous substance. Inhaling the fibers can lead to a variety of serious health issues. One such disease is asbestosis. This chronic lung condition is a result of breathing in asbestos over time. It does require extended exposure, but that can happen...
Advances in medicine and surgical procedures have revolutionized cancer treatments. For patients with mesothelioma, there is a range of available treatments that can prolong life and reduce symptoms. The goal is to find the treatment that is best for you, which...
Many people have heard of asbestos, but not everyone fully understands what it is and what the health ramifications can be. People with long-term exposure are at risk of developing chronic and serious health conditions. According to WebMD, asbestos refers to a group...
Coming into contact with asbestos does not mean you will develop mesothelioma right away. It may be years or decades before you experience health problems that could indicate the existence of mesothelioma or perhaps a condition that may lead to it, such as chronic...
Asbestos is a dangerous substance that can lead to serious health issues after exposure. However, it was also once a common building material before anyone knew about its health risks. The Mesothelioma Center explains that it is possible homes still contain this...
Shortness of breath, chest pains or other persistent symptoms may prompt you to visit your local doctor’s office. There, you will probably receive a diagnosis for a common ailment such as the flu. However, depending on your work history, you may have a reason to check...
After going through treatment for mesothelioma, you may be ready to move forward with your life. But it isn't going to be the same as it was before your diagnosis. For some people, the cancer will not completely go away. The American Cancer Society cautions that you...
With today's inspection standards, the chance of asbestos exposure in the workplace is lower than it was. Many businesses opted to use asbestos for insulation of their buildings before that. One industry that experienced higher than average exposure rates was the...
