Feds accused of ignoring asbestos, mold at women’s prison
By MICHAEL BALSAMO and MICHAEL R. SISAK - Associated Press
WASHINGTON (AP) — A government watchdog has found a “substantial likelihood” the federal…
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EPA rule would finally ban asbestos, carcinogen still in use
By MATTHEW DALY - Associated Press
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Environmental Protection Agency on Tuesday proposed a rule to finally ban asbestos, a…
E.P.A. to Propose Restrictions on Asbestos
WASHINGTON — The Biden administration will propose on Tuesday to ban one form of asbestos, the first time the federal government has moved to significantly restrict the toxic industrial…
EPA moves to end asbestos cleanup along Montana railroad
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — Environmental regulators are moving…
Interaction with lung cells transforms asbestos particles: To better understand what…
A common building material, asbestos is the term used to describe a range of naturally growing minerals. Serious diseases, including mesothelioma and lung cancer, can arise decades after…
Rosie on the House: Be mindful of asbestos & lead when remodeling
Homes built before 1978 that have popcorn ceilings could contain asbestos. Asbestos-containing materials may release fibers when they are disturbed, damaged, removed improperly, repaired,…
Medicare Payment Collector Targets Asbestos Bankruptcy Trusts
A collection agent for Medicare service providers is suing one of the dozens of trusts established by bankrupt asbestos manufacturers and plans to pursue others, alleging they have…