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Sole trader risked ‘grave consequences’ by improperly removing asbestos, court hears
31 Aug 2025 01:33 GMT
… removing roofing sheets that contained asbestos at a Canberra property.
The … asbestos.
“This is a risk which potentially carried grave consequences of illness … such as lung cancer, mesothelioma or illnesses of that …
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Lung Cancer Risk in Non-Smokers: Awareness and Genetic Testing
30 Aug 2025 15:57 GMT
… including secondhand smoke, radon, asbestos, and air pollution, also … a smoking-related cancer, a smoker’s disease, and that … their homes for radon. Asbestos exposure, though less common … different stages of the disease. Lung cancer can present at stage …
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We need National Mesothelioma Registry for orphan cancer affecting Minnesota veterans
30 Aug 2025 16:04 GMT
… an orphan disease, which typically refers to illnesses affecting fewer … is routine exposure to asbestos, a natural mineral once … and the development of cancer. Another contributing problem to … misdiagnosis is the cancer location. Most often, the …
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Pesticide workers face higher risk of lung illness
29 Aug 2025 14:42 GMT
… a greater risk of respiratory illness, with many cases potentially going … later.
See also: Advice on asbestos rules and responsibilities for farmers … such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, hypersensitivity pneumonitis and chronic bronchitis …
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Fire departments concerned about cancer risks are buying gear that is free of forever chemicals
29 Aug 2025 10:25 GMT
… of certain cancers, cardiovascular disease and babies born with low … for several years.
Cancer has replaced heart disease as the biggest … toxic chemicals like arsenic and asbestos. In addition to the … of a firefighter’s cancer since the disease can take years …
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RPS teachers report mold, HVAC outages and asbestos concerns as they return to school
29 Aug 2025 05:54 GMT
… leak, mold issues and asbestos remediation.
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“RPS decided … found that it contained asbestos in drywall, flooring and … insulation — can cause cancer and lung disease.
According to the … sealing, enclosing or removing asbestos materials. Asked whether RPS …
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Living Smart, Staying Strong: Preventing Cancer Through Lifestyle Modificati
28 Aug 2025 14:16 GMT
… Link Between Lifestyle and Cancer
Cancer occurs when cells grow … like diabetes and heart disease. The good news? … exposure to industrial smoke, asbestos, pesticides, and prolonged air … Screenings and Vaccinations for Cancer Prevention
Lifestyle changes are …
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Nottingham Construction fined for improperly disposing of asbestos
27 Aug 2025 17:09 GMT
… property in Mahtomedi that contained asbestos.
MPCA investigators also said Nottingham … . Asbestos can cause serious health issues in humans, including lung cancer, … trained individual monitor asbestos removal on site
• Send asbestos demolition debris to …
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50 years of wonder and discovery: We celebrate the Science Show
30 Aug 2025 03:48 GMT
… years later!"
Mesothelioma diaries
Asbestos disease — mesothelioma — was covered extensively … the tragic effects of the disease were still being felt.
… diary entries about how the disease had affected him.
… about the threat of asbestos and to take it …
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Letter to the editor: Undiscovering science won’t fly
29 Aug 2025 13:28 GMT
… be “undiscovered” — that friable asbestos causes lung cancer, lead causes brain damage …