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Ground Zero dust: decades of health toll and policy questions
health26 days ago

Ground Zero dust: decades of health toll and policy questions

Newly released New York City records show the Ground Zero dust was a toxic mix including asbestos and heavy metals that lingered and is linked to long‑term illnesses—from respiratory problems to cancers. Health officials say exposure can affect multiple body systems, with monitoring through the World Trade Center Health Program to diagnose and treat conditions such as mesothelioma, leukemia, and bladder cancer. Survivors recall ongoing health battles and doctors warn of lasting risks, fueling calls for accountability and stronger protections for workers in future disasters.

via CNN|
#911#asbestos#cancer
New York releases 170,000-page dossier on post-9/11 air risks and accountability
politics1 month ago

New York releases 170,000-page dossier on post-9/11 air risks and accountability

New York City released about 170,000 pages of documents detailing health concerns after the 9/11 attacks, including memos signaling potential lawsuits and strategies to limit liability and noting asbestos issues. Mayor Mamdani framed the disclosure as accountability and pledged more records to come, as survivors and advocates push for greater transparency and improved healthcare access for those affected.

via Al Jazeera|
#911#asbestos#government-transparency
New docs accuse NYC leaders of downplaying Ground Zero toxins after 9/11
health1 month ago

New docs accuse NYC leaders of downplaying Ground Zero toxins after 9/11

A trove of 170,000 documents released on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 shows asbestos was found nearly everywhere near Ground Zero and that officials downplayed the air’s toxicity, prompting NYC Mayor Mamdani to accuse leaders of lying; the release resolves a suit by 9/11 Health Watch and signals more documents will be made public, underscoring long-standing health concerns tied to the attacks.

via BBC|
#911#air-quality#asbestos
Pearl District debris tests positive for asbestos after Centennial Mills blaze
local2 months ago

Pearl District debris tests positive for asbestos after Centennial Mills blaze

After the Centennial Mills warehouse fire in Portland, debris in the Pearl District tested positive for asbestos. The DEQ coordinated with the EPA to collect air and building-debris samples, while officials warned residents not to disturb ash and debris. Air monitoring outside the immediate fire area shows a low health risk, but The Fields Park was closed as a precaution and cleanup plans are underway, potentially involving a controlled demolition. Residents voiced concerns about communication and safety as investigations continue.

via KATU|
#asbestos#centennial-mills#deq
Everyday Exposures That Could Raise Cancer Risk—and How to Cut Your Odds
health6 months ago

Everyday Exposures That Could Raise Cancer Risk—and How to Cut Your Odds

The piece reviews how common environmental factors—radon gas in homes, lingering asbestos in older buildings, microplastics, and outdoor air pollution—are linked to cancer risk and offers practical steps to reduce exposure: test homes for radon and mitigate if high; have asbestos safely removed by professionals (EPA banned asbestos in 2024); minimize microplastic exposure by choosing mindful personal care products and avoiding heavy plastic use; reduce air-pollution exposure with measures like masks and at-home air purifiers; and embrace overall healthy lifestyle habits to lower cancer risk.

via The Washington Post|
#air-pollution#asbestos#cancer-risk
England Mother of Two Dies from Mesothelioma Tied to Childhood Asbestos Exposure
health7 months ago

England Mother of Two Dies from Mesothelioma Tied to Childhood Asbestos Exposure

Elaine Ellery, a mother of two in Norfolk, England, died at 67 from mesothelioma. A Norfolk Coroner’s Court ruled her cancer was caused by asbestos exposure she endured as a child from her father’s work clothes and factory environment, including hugs and helping wash his overalls; her father died earlier from an asbestos-related industrial disease.

via Yahoo News Singapore|
#asbestos#coroner#elaine-ellery
"Supreme Court Unanimously Backs Insurers in Bankruptcy Challenge"
us-supreme-court2 years ago

"Supreme Court Unanimously Backs Insurers in Bankruptcy Challenge"

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito abstained from participating in a unanimous decision regarding bankruptcy claims in the case of Truck Insurance Exchange v. Kaiser Gypsum Co. The court ruled that insurers with financial responsibility for bankruptcy claims are considered "parties in interest" under Chapter 11 proceedings, allowing them to object to reorganization plans. Alito did not provide a reason for his absence, which follows recent criticism over an incident involving an upside-down American flag outside his home.

via Newsweek|
#asbestos#bankruptcy#insurance
"Unaware BNSF Railway Blamed for Asbestos Deaths in Montana Town"
legal-environmental2 years ago

"Unaware BNSF Railway Blamed for Asbestos Deaths in Montana Town"

BNSF Railway is facing a lawsuit over its alleged role in asbestos exposure in Libby, Montana, where hundreds have died from lung cancer. The company claims it was unaware of the asbestos in the vermiculite it hauled from a nearby mine, while plaintiffs argue that warning signs and conferences should have alerted them to the dangers. The case is the first of many against the railroad, and the judge has rejected the railroad's requests for verdicts in its favor, citing evidence that its actions fell outside legal protections due to maintaining a railyard with asbestos.

via The Associated Press|
#asbestos#bnsf-railway#lawsuit
"Montana Asbestos Victims Seek Justice Against Warren Buffett's BNSF Railway"
legal-environmental2 years ago

"Montana Asbestos Victims Seek Justice Against Warren Buffett's BNSF Railway"

BNSF Railway is facing a lawsuit over its alleged role in exposing residents of Libby, Montana to asbestos from a nearby mine, resulting in hundreds of deaths and illnesses. The railroad claims it was unaware of the asbestos hazards, while plaintiffs argue that warning signs on rail cars and historical knowledge of asbestos dangers should have alerted BNSF to the risks. The case is the first of many lawsuits against the company to reach trial, with the town's tragic asbestos contamination being linked to W.R. Grace & Co.'s operations.

via NBC News|
#asbestos#bnsf-railway#lawsuit