Mesothelioma Asbestos Exposure
What steps is your company taking to ensure that mesothelioma asbestos exposure is not occurring in the work place? For many going to work on a daily basis the last thing they consider is the danger they may be putting themselves and their family in.
Recently 31 states recognize that cancer development in firefighters is likely due to conditions the firefighters were exposed to on the job. In the states that recognize cancer as an occupational illness, firefighters may collect workers’ compensation to aid in healthcare expenses and assist with wage reimbursement. What happened to the other 29 states? Why is this not recognized by all states?
One such reason may be the length of time it takes to develop the symptoms. One such cancer is Mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is caused by exposure to asbestos, a toxic mineral. The danger of mesothelioma really lies in the fact that many times it’s not diagnosed for years since the symptoms take years to manifest themselves. (20-30 years)
