Asbestos is a naturally occurring dangerous mineral. While there was a time in the somewhat recent past when the dangers surrounding asbestos were still unknown, it is still a concern for exposed individuals, both past and future. Now that the risks of asbestos...
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Are Minnesota refractory workers at greater risk for mesothelioma?
Refractory workers – those who build or work around insulation, furnaces and kilns – may be at greater risk of developing mesothelioma, a deadly form of cancer. This is because refractory ceramic fibers (RCFs) can be inhaled, and some studies have shown adverse...
EPA agrees to collect information on products containing asbestos
Studies indicate that 15,000 Americans die every year due to asbestos-related diseases, but there are still plenty of products that contain asbestos. Even though a 1970 federal law classified asbestos as an air pollutant, the Environmental Protection Agency has only...
Why was asbestos exposure so common for aircraft mechanics?
Over the years, several reports confirmed that Northwest Airlines operated sites with known asbestos risks throughout the peak of their business. Two Minnesota sites included the 7th Street Track Hangar and the 7th Street Team Track, though other locations may have...
How is mesothelioma different from other lung cancers?
If you have symptoms that could indicate a serious lung problem – chest pain, chronic cough, shortness of breath, lumps, or unexplained weight loss – you may have wondered if it could be mesothelioma or lung cancer. What’s the difference? They’re both very serious and...
Can Minnesota veterans get disability benefits for asbestos diseases?
According to the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, there are currently over 327,000 vets in Minnesota – around 6% of the state’s population. Veterans, particularly those from the U.S. Navy, are at high risk for asbestos diseases like mesothelioma and lung...
What are some Minnesota job sites where asbestos was a problem?
The unfortunate truth is that many companies in Minnesota exposed their workers to asbestos even after they knew it could cause mesothelioma and other deadly cancers. Employers have a legal duty to provide a reasonably safe work environment. When companies knew of the...
What can I do to prove work caused my mesothelioma?
Getting a mesothelioma diagnosis is life-changing, to say the least. You may have feared it was the cause of your symptoms after learning about the risks of asbestos, as well as how commonplace the substance was in the past. According to the Minnesota Department of...
There is a long latency period for mesothelioma
Mesothelioma, a relatively rare form of cancer, is almost always caused by exposure to asbestos. Unfortunately, asbestos exposure can occur in a variety of ways due to the mineral’s common uses. Even though it has long been known that asbestos exposure could cause...
What are the symptoms of mesothelioma?
If you worked in a job where you were exposed to asbestos, you may be wondering whether you could develop mesothelioma, an aggressive and deadly type of cancer. Unfortunately, there is a chance that you could. Minnesota workers in many fields have been exposed to...
