Do you and your family suffer from mold symptoms, basement mold that is causing a musty odor? The odor is very common in basements and areas with a warm, wet, climate. Since a crawl space and basement is dark and moist they will most likely always be a infected with black. It is common when [...]
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Beware of Lead and Asbestos When your Buy an Older “New” Home
Posted by admin on August 7th, 2010
There is always a hidden secret when you choose to buy older homes or just want to fulfill your long-time dream. Hopeful homeowners who plan to purchase historic properties must know how to handle major issues on such property related to lead and asbestos. You might be too eager to live in your newly-bought property [...]
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12 Comments »Asbestos, Asbestos Exposure, and Mesothelioma–an Overview
Posted by admin on July 23rd, 2010
Asbestos The literal meaning of the word “asbestos” comes from the Greek, and it means “inextinguishable.” Rightfully named, this long fibrous mineral has been widely used for thousands of years because of its fireproof qualities. In fact, the ancient Greeks used asbestos for the funeral dress of kings that were to be cremated. Both the [...]
Posted in Asbestos Removal Tags: Asbestos, Content, delays, KRQE, removal, school, Video 12 Comments »Epa Settlement Removes 2200 Tons of Pollution a Year
Posted by admin on July 14th, 2010
October 26, 2006 The EPA reached a settlement between agricultural processor Bunge North America Inc. and multiple Midwest states over violations of the Clean Air Act. The judgement against the multi-state company will remove 2200 tons of pollution annually from the atmosphere. The $13.9 million settlement includes 12 plants in 8 states from Louisiana to [...]
Asbestos Lawsuits in Louisiana
Posted by admin on July 5th, 2010
In towns and cities throughout the United States, asbestos lawsuits are increasingly prolific as individuals exposed to asbestos twenty and thirty years ago are today developing and dying from mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is a rare and extremely lethal form of cancer, in which malignant cells are found in the protective sac covering most of the body’s [...]
Asbestos History Important Tip
Posted by admin on June 19th, 2010
Finding specific information about asbestos history might not be easy but we have gathered very helpful and relevant information about the general subject matter, with the ultimate aim of helping you out. Even if your search is about other asbestos history information, such as best whitening toothpaste, tooth whitening tray, teeth whitening process or even [...]
Posted in Asbestos Removal Tags: air, Asbestos, asbestosis, cancer, healthy, homes, indoor, lung, piping, quality 12 Comments »Asbestos Victims are Dying Before They Can Receive Their Compensation
Posted by admin on June 3rd, 2010
People living in Australia, suffering from mesothelioma, a disease caused by asbestos poisoning are passing away before their claims for compensation are being heard. One Sydney Judge believes this is due to a cost saving measure which was implemented in 2005. The judge has spoken out and urged the New South Wales government to make [...]
Asbestos and the Risk of Peritoneal Mesothelioma
Posted by admin on April 21st, 2010
Asbestos is a natural mineral that was once used in the construction and home improvement industries. It was put on ceilings when it was mixed with aertex, it was used to make surfaces semi flame resistant and it was also mixed with cement as it is very strong. At one point asbestos was seen as [...]
Asbestosis – The Other Lung Health Problem Caused By Asbestos
Posted by admin on March 27th, 2010
The inhalation of asbestos fibers often leads to two brutal outcomes. One either gets Mesothelioma or lung cancer. Both of these cancers are often fatal. That being said, what if you are lucky enough not to get either of these? Well, you aren’t out of the forest yet. You still have to worry about asbestosis. [...]
Is Britain Facing a Ticking Time Bomb for Asbestos Related Diseases?
Posted by admin on March 11th, 2010
Though Mesothelioma is a form of cancer largely associated with occupational exposure to asbestos through working in heavy industry or the building trade, serious questions are now being raised concerning the amount of asbestos found in Britain’s schools. Most of the UK’s 24,000 schools are said to have significant amounts of asbestos, clearly posing [...]
