Workplace Illness

Many families are devastated by mesothelioma, which is a terrible disease. With the disease, asbestos fibers get stuck in the lining of the lungs, which can lead to cancer. Tragically, though, mesothelioma usually isn’t caught until it’s in its advanced stages, which...

Probably the best-known work-related lung diseases are those caused by exposure to asbestos -- namely, lung cancer and asbestosis. However, many other lung conditions and diseases can be caused or exacerbated by a variety of substances in a multitude of work...

Occupational asthma is much like regular asthma. However, it's caused by substances that workers breathe in at their workplace. This can include gases, chemical fumes, dust and more. More than 250 substances found in some workplaces have been linked to occupational...

Emergency medical services (EMS) workers and other first responders are at risk whenever they attend to a person in distress. Although they typically wear protective gear, they still can be exposed to bodily fluids that could spread disease. Even being in close...

Over the years, asbestos was used in a variety of consumer products and construction products, including building materials and other products, such as brake pads. Asbestos has properties including heat resistance, strength and insulating benefits that make it useful...

Workers suffering from a workplace illness can be in a difficult position as they are unable to work whilw face mounting medical bills to care for their occupational illness. It is essential for workers impacted by a workplace illness to know how they can get the help...

Asbestos exposure can lead to devastating health consequences and be a serious health concern for workers. Asbestos exposure can contribute to several different types of devastating illnesses which is why workers need to understand what they are and be familiar with...

When our body and mind are working together in perfect health and harmony, it makes it much easier to do our work and be the person that we want to be. However, when things are in discord, it can have severe reparations your everyday life and work life. Work illnesses...

With the summer heat setting in, many residents in Ohio are enjoying the warm weather. While it is typically ideal weather to spend time at the beach, it is not always ideal for workers when they spend eight plus hours outdoors in the heat. Spending long periods of...

Employees in Ohio and elsewhere think of their workplace as a safe space. Whether a person is working in an office setting or in construction, for example, employees in all industries are under the impression that employers have taken the time to ensure the safety of...