If you have worked as a millwright in any industry, you are at risk for mesothelioma and other asbestos-related illnesses. Due to its heat resistant properties, asbestos has been used in many items millwrights come into daily contact with such as pipe coverings and insulation, valves and packaging, gaskets, and boilers. When these items are sawed, ground, sanded, drilled, or otherwise disturbed, they release asbestos fibers that can lead to serious illness and even death.
Pleural and other types of mesothelioma can only be caused by asbestos exposure, making a recent study conducted on former New York City millwrights all the more telling. In this study, nearly 50 percent of participants showed pleural abnormalities consistent with mesothelioma. Sadly, exposure to this deadly toxin continues in the millwright trade even today.
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Mesothelioma and asbestosis may have a latency period of 20 to 50 years. If you have worked as a millwright, it is important that you maintain regular checkups with a physician who understands your risks to ensure early diagnosis of these deadly illnesses.
There is no cure for an asbestos-related illness, but early intervention can significantly improve the quality and duration of life. Treatment is not inexpensive, but with the help of a capable New York asbestos exposure attorney, you can secure the compensation necessary to cover medical expenses, lost wages, and other considerations, allowing you to live the best life possible.
IF YOU OR A LOVED ONE HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH MESOTHELIOMA OR ASBESTOSIS, REACH OUT TO THE WILLIAMS LAW FIRM, P.C. BY CALLING (855) 575-6376.
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