mesothelioma
In Nevada, a Controversy in the Wind
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/15/2015 - 9:40pmFor the past few years, the geologists Brenda Buck and Rodney Metcalf have combed the wild terrain of southern Nevada, analyzing its stony dunes and rocky outcroppings — and to their dismay, tallying mounting evidence of a landscape filled with asbestos.
Asbestos occurs naturally in many parts of the country, mostly in the West but also along some mountain ranges in the East. But in Nevada, the scientists found, natural erosion and commercial development were sending the fibers into the wind.
Women's Health Week: Mesothelioma Caused by Exposure to Asbestos
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/20/2014 - 9:44pmNational Women's Health Week wrapped up a couple of days ago, but there are ongoing issues that not just women need to be aware of, one of which is Mesothelioma. This rare cancer is caused by exposure to asbestos, and since
this is found naturally in South Lake Tahoe and El Doraado County, as well as in 43 other counties in California, I thought I'd share this information
What is Asbestos?