Engineered Stone

The distressing case of a 54-year-old former smoker diagnosed with complicated silicosis serves as a poignant reminder of the occupational hazards associated with artificial stone products. This case, diligently documented by Elie Matar, Anthony Frankel, Lucinda Katharine McCowan Blake, Elizabeth J Silverstone, Anthony R Johnson,...

In the detailed study published in the Annals of Work Exposures and Health (2023), researchers Emily J. Cothern, William J. Brazile, and Daniel A. Autenrieth investigate the effectiveness of mandated control methods for managing silica dust exposure among construction workers. This exploration, titled "The Evaluation...

In an insightful study led by Prahlad K Sishodiya, a consultant expert in silicosis from the Directorate of Specially Abled Persons, Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Rajasthan, significant concerns regarding occupational health in the region have been highlighted. The research, focusing on...

In a poignant case series study led by Dr. Jane C. Fazio and a team of researchers from the University of California, Los Angeles, and the California Department of Public Health, the emerging and severe occupational hazard of silicosis among artificial stone countertop workers has...

Artificial stone countertops, commonly known as quartz, engineered or synthetic stone, among other terms, have gained popularity in homes and businesses for their durability and aesthetic appeal. However, beneath their polished surface lies a health hazard that many consumers and workers in the stone fabrication...

The menace of silicosis, particularly stemming from occupational exposure to artificial stone, poses a significant health risk that is often underappreciated and, more alarmingly, misdiagnosed. Artificial stone, widely used for countertops and other applications due to its aesthetic appeal and durability, contains high levels of...

For workers in the artificial stone industry diagnosed with silicosis, the ramifications extend far beyond the physical toll of this debilitating lung disease. The financial, emotional, and psychological impacts can be overwhelming, not just for the individuals directly affected but also for their families. In...

Understanding the statute of limitations is crucial for workers in the artificial stone industry who have developed silicosis, lung cancer, or other health issues due to silica dust exposure. The statute of limitations sets a definitive deadline by which a lawsuit must be filed to...

In recent years, the silicosis epidemic among artificial stone fabrication workers has prompted significant action from medical professionals and governmental authorities worldwide. These efforts aim to raise public awareness, implement protective regulations, and ultimately curb the alarming rise in silicosis cases stemming from exposure to...

In the heart of a bustling industry known for its gleaming, artificial stone countertops, lies a hidden, grim reality that has begun to surface through the courageous stories of workers who have fallen victim to a severe occupational disease known as silicosis. Many of these...