March 5, 2024
In a disturbing revelation published in the New England Journal of Medicine in 2014, a case report outlined the tragic story of a 64-year-old man who, after working with Corian for 16 years […]
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Public Health at Risk: How Artificial Stone Slab Makers Are Linked to a Growing Lung Disease Crisis
Engineered Stone
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 […]
Artificial Quartz Silicosis: A Serious Occupational Threat
Engineered Stone
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 […]
Types of Silicosis: Chronic, Accelerated, and Acute
Engineered Stone
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 […]
Silicosis from Artificial Stone Dust: Know the Risks & Legal Rights
Engineered Stone
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 […]
Silicosis and Renal Failure in Kitchen Fabricators: A Deeper Look into Occupational Health Risks
Engineered Stone
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 […]
Understanding the Link Between Artificial Stone-Associated Silicosis and Cryptococcus Infection
Engineered Stone
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 […]
Understanding the Differences Between Artificial Stone-Induced Silicosis and Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
Engineered Stone
In the realm of respiratory diseases, understanding the nuances between different conditions is crucial for accurate diagnosis and effective management. A significant contribution to this field comes from the study led by Elizabeth […]
Exploring the Emissions and Silica Content in Stone Grinding Dust
Engineered Stone
In the evolving world of occupational health, the study of airborne particles and their effects continues to be critical, especially in industries involving stone grinding. A notable contribution to this field is the […]
February 29, 2024
E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company, commonly known as DuPont, has long been a titan in the chemical industry, pioneering the development of numerous polymers and composite materials such as neoprene, nylon, […]
February 27, 2024
Arizona Tile, L.L.C., a prominent tile and slab distributor in the U.S., has come under scrutiny for its handling of safety data regarding its artificial stone products. Despite boasting a large selection of […]
February 22, 2024
Many artificial stone workers with undocumented status unfortunately use a fake social security number because they do not know that they can obtain a real federal ITIN number to provide to an employer […]
February 19, 2024
A common theme from the artificial stone slab manufacturers is that if the fabrication shops would just use wet equipment there would be no silica safety hazard for fabrication workers. However, yet another […]
February 16, 2024
When an artificial stone slab arrives from the manufacturer or supplier it has to be fabricated to needed size and dimensions in a fabrication shop prior to installation in a customer’s home. The […]
February 15, 2024
Cosentino, a leading manufacturer of quartz countertops, has faced legal and public scrutiny in recent years regarding silicosis, a deadly lung disease linked to silica dust exposure. Here’s a timeline of key events: […]
February 13, 2024
Introduction In recent years, there has been a surge in silicosis cases among workers in Spain who fabricate and install quartz countertops. This deadly disease is caused by inhaling silica dust, a common […]
February 13, 2024
In 2016 and 2017 there were two legal cases involving Cosentino, a manufacturer of artificial stone countertops, and allegations of worker lung disease linked to silica exposure. Ublester Rodriguez Case: Rodriguez, a countertop […]