asbestos-related pleural disease
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asbestos-related pleural disease — any one of a variety of conditions involving the pleura, but not the lungs (see asbestosis), in subjects exposed to asbestos. These include the formation of pleural plaques, diffuse pleural thickening, and pleural effusions (see oedema) … The new mediacal dictionary
Asbestos and the law — This article concerns asbestos related legal and regulatory issues.BackgroundIn the late 1800s and early 1900s, asbestos was considered an ideal material for use in the construction industry. It was known to be an excellent fire retardant, to… … Wikipedia
Asbestos — For other uses, see Asbestos (disambiguation). Fibrous asbestos on muscovite … Wikipedia
respiratory disease — ▪ human disease Introduction any of the diseases and disorders that affect human respiration (respiration, human). Diseases of the respiratory system may affect any of the structures and organs that have to do with breathing, including the… … Universalium
Respiratory disease — Classification and external resources Micrograph of an emphysematous lung; emphysema is a common respiratory disease, strongly associated with smoking. H E stain. ICD … Wikipedia
Occupational lung disease — Main Article Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Occupational lung diseases are a branch of occupational diseases concerned primarily with work related exposures to harmful substances, be they dusts or gases, and the subsequent pulmonary … Wikipedia
asbestosis — n. a lung disease – a form of pneumoconiosis – caused by fibres of asbestos inhaled by those who are exposed to the mineral. The incidence of lung cancer is high in such patients, particularly if they smoke cigarettes (see also mesothelioma).… … The new mediacal dictionary
Dust Diseases Tribunal of New South Wales — The Dust Diseases Tribunal of New South Wales was established on 21 July 1989 as a specialist court to deal with claims made for dust related illnesses. The tribunal deals with claims relating to death or personal injury resulting from certain… … Wikipedia
James Hardie — For the founder of the UK Labour Party, see James Keir Hardie.Infobox Company company name = James Hardie Industries Ltd. company company type = Public (asx|JHX) foundation = Melbourne, Australia 1888 location = Netherlands key people = Louis… … Wikipedia
Bernie Banton — Bernard Douglas (Bernie) Banton AM (1946 ndash; 27 November 2007) was an Australian social justice campaigner. He was the widely recognised face of the legal and political campaign to achieve compensation for the many sufferers of asbestos… … Wikipedia
