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3 ways asbestos exposure may happen to you
For decades, thousands of manufacturers used asbestos in household and industrial goods, placing millions of Americans at risk of significant exposure. While the risks of asbestos exposure are more well-known now and the substance is widely known to cause serious…
Asbestos exposure cases can lead to civil and criminal action
Most of the time, when asbestos makes the news, it is in relation to a civil court case. Asbestos is a naturally-occurring mineral that humans have long used to create a broad range of products. Unfortunately, the people who handle,…
Long timelines make asbestos exposure complicated
We know that asbestos exposure can lead to all manner of health complications, including cancers like mesothelioma, ovarian cancer and lung cancer. These can be fatal. People are careful to limit their exposure to try to stay safe and healthy…
FDA rejects petition request for improved asbestos reporting
Inadequate government oversight seems to play a significant role in issues related to many workplace safety issues, including asbestos contamination. For years, the government did not take an official stance on asbestos. Eventually, medical science made it clear that prolonged…
Memos show that Johnson & Johnson knew about asbestos issues
Johnson & Johnson, the monolithic health and beauty company, has long denied the potential for asbestos contamination in their talcum powder products. Marketed as baby powder, this popular Johnson & Johnson product was sold for years to mothers, as well…
Agency claims not enough attention paid to asbestos in buildings
Asbestos is a known carcinogen that the government has placed restrictions on for decades. Companies that work with asbestos have to have certain protections in place to limit the amount of exposure their workers experience. Many companies can no longer…
Why does asbestos cause cancer?
We certainly know that asbestos exposure can lead to cancer. There’s a reason that the use is largely banned, even though it is a terrific insulator. It’s just too dangerous. Too many people have passed away after getting exposed to…
More asbestos imports could lead to more dangerous exposures
There are many potential sources of asbestos exposure, all of which people should try to minimize. In some places, large-scale mining operations release asbestos fibers into the air, putting everyone in the community at risk. For professionals in certain fields,…
Schools could be a source of asbestos exposure in professionals
Public schools should be a safe space in which students can learn and prepare for their bright futures. Parents often send their children off to class without much consideration for the potential health and safety risks associated with school. Unfortunately,…
Recent talc trial ended in mistrial due to juror indecision
The health and beauty brand Johnson & Johnson has lost some really large lawsuits in recent months. Many of them stem from contamination claims related to their talcum powder, which Johnson & Johnson sells marketed as baby powder. Several large…
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