Asbestos

Jobs of all kinds have exposed millions of workers to asbestos since the beginning of its use. According to the National Institute for Occupational Health and Safety, almost 100 occupations have been documented to expose workers to asbestos, while thirty percent of mesothelioma victims are veterans of the U.S. Military. Here are just a few [...]

Asbestos is an insidious material. Seemingly helpful, being both fireproof and an insulator, and natural, it can remain a threat for decades, until it is disturbed and once disturbed, it can slowly infect those exposed to its deadly fibers, which can then slowly develop into a diseases like asbestosis or mesothelioma. The slow action and [...]

You might have noticed warning and hazard signs for asbestos exposure around old buildings and schools in your city or town, but do you know exactly what this danger is that you are supposed to be avoiding? Asbestos is a naturally-occurring, fibrous mineral that is found in our earth and was once praised for its [...]

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  A Swiss billionaire industrialist had his jail sentence extended to eighteen years after being convicted for his part in Italy’s biggest asbestos scandal. Stephan Schmidheiny was guilty of negligence to more than 2,000 asbestos-related deaths. He was forced to pay millions of Euros in damages to local authorities and victims and their families. Schmidheiny was [...]

People living in public housing face many challenges, from the negative view many people have of those who live in public housing, to the risks of crime and other dangers that may be present in public housing throughout California. Asbestos and mesothelioma might not seem as concern worthy of much attention for residents, but a [...]

In Northern California, there is much natural beauty. From the coast redwoods to the magnificent coastline, areas such as Humboldt County attract thousands for recreation and many who choose to live there because of the scenic beauty. Nevertheless, there is danger, ranging from getting lost in the forests, falling while climbing, or drowning in the [...]