Asbestos was once hailed as a “miracle material” for its light weight and resistance to heat and water. It was widely used in manufacturing and…
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Who Is Really At Risk of Developing Mesothelioma?
Much of what you see in the media about mesothelioma features senior citizens as the victims, so it’s easy to believe that only elderly people…
How Dangerous Is Asbestos Really?
There are countless myths surrounding the current use of asbestos. Many Americans wrongly believe that asbestos has been banned in the US, but unfortunately that’s…
Global Asbestos Awareness Week: The Truth About Common Asbestos Myths
Many Americans know that asbestos is dangerous. They also may know it was widely used in products like insulation. But after that? Much of what…
April 1-7 Is Global Asbestos Awareness Week. ‘Asbestos: One Word. One Week. One World.’
Each year, the first week of April marks Global Asbestos Awareness Week (GAAW), an important, week-long awareness campaign that aims to educate the public on…
In Recognition Of National Vietnam War Veterans Day
March 29th marks National Vietnam War Veterans Day, commemorating the service and sacrifice of the members of the US Armed Forces who bravely fought during…
Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day 2021
In 2006, a group of parents of children with cerebral palsy recognized the need for the public to be more understanding of the condition. Their…
Use of Herbicide Paraquat Increases Despite Well-Known Risk of Parkinson’s Disease
Despite the well-known and well-documented health dangers of paraquat — a commercial-grade herbicide — the chemical continues to be manufactured, sold, and utilized regularly in…
Asbestos Trusts: How They Work and How to Access the $30B+
You may know the commercials for the $30 Billion+ asbestos trust funds. But do you know how they work? Let’s look at what they are,…
