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Silicosis and Quartz: A Turning Point or Just a Stopgap?

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The case of a 41-year-old kitchen fabricator experiencing severe health issues due to prolonged exposure to silica dust brings to light the often overlooked occupational hazards in the kitchen countertop manufacturing industry. This […]

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Federal Judge Stops Immigration Arrests Based on Racial and Occupational Profiling in California

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The case of a 41-year-old kitchen fabricator experiencing severe health issues due to prolonged exposure to silica dust brings to light the often overlooked occupational hazards in the kitchen countertop manufacturing industry. This […]

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Public Health at Risk: How Artificial Stone Slab Makers Are Linked to a Growing Lung Disease Crisis

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The case of a 41-year-old kitchen fabricator experiencing severe health issues due to prolonged exposure to silica dust brings to light the often overlooked occupational hazards in the kitchen countertop manufacturing industry. This […]

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LA Declares Silicosis Awareness Month

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The case of a 41-year-old kitchen fabricator experiencing severe health issues due to prolonged exposure to silica dust brings to light the often overlooked occupational hazards in the kitchen countertop manufacturing industry. This […]

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Artificial Quartz Silicosis: A Serious Occupational Threat

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The case of a 41-year-old kitchen fabricator experiencing severe health issues due to prolonged exposure to silica dust brings to light the often overlooked occupational hazards in the kitchen countertop manufacturing industry. This […]

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Types of Silicosis: Chronic, Accelerated, and Acute

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The case of a 41-year-old kitchen fabricator experiencing severe health issues due to prolonged exposure to silica dust brings to light the often overlooked occupational hazards in the kitchen countertop manufacturing industry. This […]

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Silicosis from Artificial Stone Dust: Know the Risks & Legal Rights

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The case of a 41-year-old kitchen fabricator experiencing severe health issues due to prolonged exposure to silica dust brings to light the often overlooked occupational hazards in the kitchen countertop manufacturing industry. This […]

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Silicosis and Renal Failure in Kitchen Fabricators: A Deeper Look into Occupational Health Risks

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The case of a 41-year-old kitchen fabricator experiencing severe health issues due to prolonged exposure to silica dust brings to light the often overlooked occupational hazards in the kitchen countertop manufacturing industry. This […]

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Understanding the Link Between Artificial Stone-Associated Silicosis and Cryptococcus Infection

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In recent years, there has been a concerning rise in cases of artificial stone-associated silicosis, a severe respiratory condition that can progress rapidly and lead to fatal outcomes. This uptick is largely due […]

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December 28, 2023
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Worker Safety and Medical Resources: Navigating the Risks of Engineered Stone

The popularity of engineered stone countertops presents a hidden challenge: worker safety. These alluring surfaces, composed primarily of silica, raise concerns about potentially harmful silica dust exposure during fabrication and installation. Understanding the […]
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December 21, 2023
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The Identified Engineered Stone Silicosis Cases Are the “Tip of the Iceberg” of an “Occupational Obscenity”

The cases of engineered stone silicosis identified in California, Texas, Oregon, Washington, Georgia, and other states are “just the tip of the iceberg” and “many more cases are occurring nationwide” according to Drs. […]
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