Today, many people know the risks of asbestos exposure. These fibers are highly carcinogenic, and inhaling asbestos fibers can lead to mesothelioma, asbestosis and other life-altering lung conditions. Unfortunately, because of its widespread use, many people lived and...
While the pipe systems in the buildings around us often go unnoticed, we benefit from these systems every day. Pipe systems transport water to both homes and industrial settings. They transport waste away from buildings to waste management facilities. They bring steam...
Asbestos exposure causes mesothelioma. If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, it is important to consider where your asbestos exposure may have occurred. Navy veterans were often exposed during their service, causing them to develop mesothelioma decades later....
We often hear about asbestos exposure from working in certain jobs or industries, so it can be easy to forget that asbestos can be found in our homes, as well. Although newer homes today are built with products that do not contain asbestos, older homes may still put...
In Washington, Oregon, throughout the United States and all over the globe, concerns about asbestos and the dangers it presents for illness, disease and death are still sparking calls to action. The subject can be confusing because the risks are known but many...
In Washington, many people earn their living in the automotive industry. Many work as a mechanic or with auto parts. Since most everyone has an automobile, this is a necessary and lucrative line of work. However, there are always dangers with this type of industry due...
Asbestos is a substance historically found in many household and industrial materials, from insulation, floor tiles, and shingles, to brake pads and drywall joint compound. It can be found in homes, buildings, construction sites, factories, and automotive repair...
After tracking down that long sought-after 1969 Pontiac Firebird, you prepare to remake it, removing the rusted parts and ripping away the upholstery in a restoration project expected to last several months. Restoring classic cars is more than hobby from some people....
If a person is exposed to asbestos, he or she may not realize that it can cause significant health problems. Some of the effects of exposure may not be immediately apparent, but there are signs an individual can look for. Asbestos exposure overview When a person...
Workers in paper mills face many on-the-job risks that are inherent in any type of factory work. While it is easy to see how working with heavy machinery with many moving parts can cause an injury, there is a serious danger that may go unseen in paper mills: asbestos...
