Torrential downpours defined the finale on a day for the breakaway
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السبت، 31 أغسطس 2019
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الخميس، 29 أغسطس 2019
Five talking points from stage six of the Vuelta a España 2019
A crash causes significant abandonments and the red jersey changes hands again - don't miss these moments
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Are Hairdressers in Danger of Asbestos Exposure?
We have discussed the continuously expanding list of at-risk occupations. It seems as if a report highlights the danger of asbestos exposure in a new career on a regular basis. Unfortunately, a recent study has placed a new occupation squarely in the sights of mesothelioma awareness.
Hairdressers.
A naturally occurring material, asbestos was found, centuries ago, to contain strong heat and fire-resistant properties that were valuable to private individuals and industries alike. Unfortunately, what many considered the "miracle properties" of asbestos were soon found to come at a price. As the products deteriorated, the asbestos fibers became small enough to contaminate the human body. The ingestion or inhalation of asbestos fibers could lead to devastating conditions such as mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis and other deadly diseases.
Products meant to protect users from extreme heat - vehicle brake lining, roofing, insulation - relied on asbestos to provide this barrier. Unfortunately, the hazards of previously unidentified products come to light at an alarming rate.
Hair dryers.
A recent study examined the case of a New York woman who worked as a cosmetologist and makeup artist from 1976 to 1992. The report states that it was not uncommon for her to be on the job for eight- to 14-hour workdays, four or five shifts per week. During that time, she reportedly used a hair dryer as part of her job tasks, as close as two feet away from her face.
It was later discovered that the hair dryer had been manufactured utilizing asbestos fibers.
According to the article, there were 30 reported cases of current or former hairdressers developing mesothelioma between 2000 and 2009. It is crucial that you act quickly - no matter your occupation - to ensure you are safe at work and your loved ones aren't suffering deadly exposure. Discuss your concerns with trusted medical and legal professionals.
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Watch moment Ángel Madrazo almost denied stage victory when hit by his own team car at Vuelta a España 2019
Footage from stage five of the Vuelta a España shows the moment the stage winner was almost derailed when he was hit by his own team car.
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الأربعاء، 28 أغسطس 2019
Five talking points from stage five of the Vuelta a España 2019
The first summit finish of the Vuelta a España provided a GC shake up
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الثلاثاء، 27 أغسطس 2019
Five talking points from stage four of the Vuelta a España 2019
A phenomenal display from Quick-Step and a near miss for Bennett - here are the hot topics
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Asbestos: Occupational Exposure
A job can be stressful for numerous reasons. From financial concerns to learning new procedures to keeping up with production metrics, workers can spend an entire shift under great strain. Unfortunately, the one thing that workers should be concerned about often slips their attention - their possible exposure to deadly, toxic materials.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has estimated that more than 125 million people worldwide are exposed to asbestos each year. A significant percentage of those individuals suffer occupational exposure.
While almost every occupation carries some risk of exposure, there are certain occupations that have a greater risk for danger, including:
- Construction workers
- Shipyard workers
- Industrial workers
- Manufacturing
- Mechanics
It is crucial that workers understand their risk for exposure and what steps can be taken to minimize danger.
What can be done?
Step one would be to understand your risks. Several items can contain asbestos, including tilework, insulation, auto parts, plumbing, ductwork, cement and roofing. Past that, a worker must be diligent about eradicating exposure.
- Was a workplace assessment completed? A proper workplace assessment is not a one-time project. Employers must be vigilant in identifying hazards and ensuring the safety of their workers.
- Do you have the proper equipment? Personal protective equipment can include respirators, goggles, disposable coveralls, rubber boots and disposable gloves.
- Do you have access to decontamination areas? Historically, loved ones were in danger due to secondary exposure ... a worker who inadvertently brings hazardous materials home with them. An employee should be able to dispose of their clothing or have it washed at industrial facilities before leaving work. Additionally, they should scrub any skin that could even potentially have been exposed before leaving the facility.
Asbestos exposure can lead to devastating conditions including mesothelioma, asbestosis and lung cancer. It is crucial that you act quickly if you fear exposure.
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الاثنين، 26 أغسطس 2019
Five talking points from stage three of the Vuelta a España 2019
The hot favourite going into the stage, Bora-Hansgrohe’s Sam Bennett won the first sprint of the 2019 Vuelta a España at a canter
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الأحد، 25 أغسطس 2019
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الجمعة، 23 أغسطس 2019
Six things to look out for in the first week of the Vuelta a España 2019
With so many important stages featuring so early on, it’s crucial the GC contenders begin the race at the very top of their game
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الخميس، 22 أغسطس 2019
Johnson & Johnson's Legal Gamble Against an Expert Witness
Johnson & Johnson thought that they were in the clear in 1976. Mount Sinai Hospital researchers announced that while many talcum powder brands cause cancer, J&J products were free of the carcinogen. Now, more than 40 years later, unsealed company documents tell a much different story that reveals the possibility of company executives engaged in a cover-up over the dangers of their product dating back to the 1970s.
While their talcum powder sales continue to dominate the market, Johnson & Johnson remains on the defensive as attorneys for defendants have filed a total of 14,000 lawsuits. Recently, Johnson & Johnson went on the offensive in disputing claims that continue to tarnish the companies already damaged image.
The global healthcare product powerhouse - accused of concealing health concerns surrounding their baby powder - directed their arguments at what they see as unreliable methods employed by scientists. They claim the use of unscientific methods tailor-made for litigation flawed by procedures in talcum powder testing. Their goal is to bar the expert witness who conducted those studies from testifying in cases consolidated in a Trenton federal court.
In spite of strong evidence to the contrary, both J&J continues to claim that tainted and untainted talc causing ovarian cancer goes against scientific consensus.
That assertion reveals the lengths Johnson & Johnson will go to protect their image and bottom line. The stakes are high with millions of dollars in the form of litigation costs, potential financial damages, and diminishing stock values. Johnson & Johnson's "tab" continues to grow with billion-dollar verdicts against them and subsequent appeals.
A ruling against the expert testimony could impact thousands of existing and pending cases.
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These are the five Brits to look out for at the Vuelta a España 2019
All the British Grand Tour winners may be absent, but there are still homegrown talents to keep an eye on
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الأربعاء، 21 أغسطس 2019
الثلاثاء، 20 أغسطس 2019
Hundreds of complaints sent to Ofcom over Channel 5 show ‘Cyclists: Scourge of the Streets?’
Hundreds of complaints were lodged with the television watchdog Ofcom after Channel Five aired the controversial show ‘Cyclists: Scourge of the Streets?’
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الاثنين، 19 أغسطس 2019
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الخميس، 15 أغسطس 2019
Video shows terrifying moment cyclist steps out in front of peloton at BinckBank Tour
The BinckBank Tour peloton narrowly avoided a huge crash on stage three when a cyclist stepped out into the road in front of the oncoming riders.
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Riders hit out at BinckBank Tour’s ‘crazy and dangerous’ finals
Riders have hit out at the organisers of the BinckBank Tour for the ‘crazy and dangerous’ finals in the opening three stages of the race.
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الأربعاء، 14 أغسطس 2019
ADAO's Asbestos Ban Bill Stronger Than Ever
For decades, the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) has been fighting for a ban on asbestos in the United States. Since 1989 when the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) almost issued a nation-wide ban on asbestos, $100,000,000 USD has been spent on 375,000 metric tons of asbestos imports and many have lost their lives to asbestos-related illness.
The ADAO has been gathering support for the Alan Reinstein Ban Asbestos Now (ARBAN) Act. The bill seeks to enact a no-loopholes, no-exemptions ban on asbestos.
The 2019 version of ARBAN would:
- Ban the importation, manufacture, processing, and distribution of all forms of asbestos and asbestos-containing mixtures and articles within 12 months, including products in which asbestos is present as an impurity.
- Establish a new Right-to-Know program to require current importers, processors and distributors to report and disclose to the public how much asbestos is in U.S. commerce, where and how it is used, and who is exposed; Require EPA and the Departments of Labor and Human Services to conduct a comprehensive study of risks presented by the presence of asbestos in the millions of residences, businesses, factories, public buildings and schools, where it was used in building construction decades ago.
- Impose these requirements on the extremely hazardous Libby Amphibole, richterite, winchite, as well as the other six asbestos fibers: chrysotile, actinolite, amosite, anthophyllite, crocidolite, and tremolite.
In September of 2018, the ADAO and five other nonprofits filed a "Right to Know" petition under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) that would require reporting on importation and use of deadly asbestos and asbestos-containing products. The ADAO was joined by the American Public Health Association, Center for Environmental Health, Environmental Health Strategy Center, Environmental Working Group, and Safer Chemicals, Healthy Families. The EPA denied the petition in late December 2018.
In February of 2019, the ADAO and the co-petitioners filed suit in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California to overturn the EPA's 2018 petition denial.
Several months later, after the EPA had denied a similar petition from 14 states and the District of Columbia, Attorneys General Xavier Becerra of California and Maura Healey of Massachusetts announced they and other attorneys general were filing suit against the EPA, calling for TSCA reporting requirements to increase transparency within the asbestos industry.
The EPA, which exists to regulate toxins, continues to shirk their responsibilities. The only hope for a ban on asbestos is through the legislative process. We applaud Linda Reinstein, the President and CEO of the ADAO, and her team on their valiant work toward a total ban on asbestos in the US.
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الثلاثاء، 13 أغسطس 2019
Smart Steps to a Mesothelioma Cure
The quest for a cure for mesothelioma continues as the United States and Canada have implemented what they consider "bans" on asbestos. However, those so-called prohibitions have their share of exemptions for both countries. Simply put, those qualified prohibitions have failed to eliminate the use of the deadly carcinogen. making it a "ban" in name only.
Meanwhile, citizens on both sides of the border continue to suffer the aftermath of asbestos exposure. One medical center, in particular, is doing what large government entities has yet to consider.
Taking a SMART, if not SMARTER approach.
The SMART protocol - an acronym for Surgery for Mesothelioma After Radiation Therapy - launched at Toronto's Princess Margaret Cancer Center. The procedure calls for higher levels of radiation and more aggressive surgery for patients suffering from mesothelioma. The results were promising with a Toronto-based research team reporting 66 percent of patients averaged three-year survival rates.
Estimations for a median overall survival is currently at 51 months with disease-free survival coming in four months lower.
Not willing to rest on their laurels, they recently launched SMARTER (Surgery for Mesothelioma After Radiation Therapy using Extensive pleural Resection), the latest clinical trial for those suffering from pleural mesothelioma.
Many see it as an unconventional way to provide treatment. After determining the maximum radiation level that a patient can tolerate, that dosage is used to stimulate the immune system before surgery that is also considered aggressive.
The new process goes beyond how the United States is tackling ways to extend and save lives of mesothelioma victims. Most treatments start with chemotherapy prior to aggressive surgery. From there, radiation may or may not be used.
Yet, a complete ban may be the SMARTEST step of all.
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الاثنين، 12 أغسطس 2019
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Determined cyclist pedals through flood water as cars are left stranded
A determined cyclist has been caught on camera pedalling through deep flood water that left cars stranded.
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الخميس، 8 أغسطس 2019
الأربعاء، 7 أغسطس 2019
The Tragic Fate of 9/11 First Responders
Perhaps the most tragic aspect of a mesothelioma diagnosis is the amount of time it takes for the disease to progress. Often measured in decades, many victims discover that they are stricken with the deadly illness two decades following exposure.
Twenty years ago, U.S. citizens were lamenting the coming of a new year and the dawning of a new century. "Y2K" would have been a trending topic if social media in its current form existed. Nearly two years after the non-cataclysmic events predicted for January 1, 2000, catastrophe struck on September 11, 2001.
Thousands were killed in the attack on the World Trade Center. While the country mourned and the injured recovered, many of the first responders who were able to escape the collapsing towers believed that they had dodged the proverbial bullet.
What they didn't know is that they already suffered exposure to a range of diseases, from lung cancer to mesothelioma. Among the debris that fell and filled the air where the Twin Towers used to stand was asbestos that exposed countless police officers, firefighters, and EMTs. In the following days, cleanup began, and exposure continued with people only protected by paper, surgical-style masks while they removed dust and debris.
With 2021 less than a year-and-a-half away, many of those inside the buildings and around the area will begin to feel symptoms and receive devastating diagnoses, if they haven't already. They will join approximately 40,000 workers that include 10,000 responders and volunteers diagnosed with mesothelioma and other types of cancers caused by the nightmarish disasters.
The recent renewal of the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund has put a bright spotlight on that fateful, life-changing event, and the people who sacrificed and survived. Many have faced and continue to face their own life-changing events to this day and beyond.
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الثلاثاء، 6 أغسطس 2019
الاثنين، 5 أغسطس 2019
Sunweb confirm Tom Dumoulin will miss Vuelta a España, effectively ending Dutchman’s season
Alongside the Dutch national coach's doubts over his fitness for the Worlds, it's likely Dumoulin's racing in 2019 is over
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Rohan Dennis, Michael Matthews, and Amanda Spratt chosen for Australia squads at Yorkshire 2019 World Championships
Rohan Dennis, Michael Matthews and Amanda Spratt have all been selected to represent Australia at the Yorkshire 2019 World Championships next month. With a wealth of talent to choose from, Cycling Australia has confirmed the 20 riders who will race in the white, green and gold in three road races – the men’s, women’s and […]
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الأحد، 4 أغسطس 2019
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الخميس، 1 أغسطس 2019
Firefighters Suing San Diego Over Asbestos Exposure
Several months ago, we discussed the concern that San Diego firefighters expressed after discovering they were being exposed to asbestos inside their Fire Training Academy. Now, hundreds of firefighters and fire department employees have filed a negligence claim against San Diego.
The issue gained notoriety after an investigation showed the city had known the training facility was contaminated yet allowed first responder training to continue at the location. Unfortunately, during a renovation, many city employees began to feel ill, ultimately exhibiting symptoms associated with poor air quality. The report noted that there was a dramatic decline in air quality and widespread dust throughout the work areas during construction.
The lawsuit claims that the city of San Diego prioritized budget concerns over the health and safety of hundreds of first responders and their families. In addition, the suit notes that when measurable amounts of asbestos were discovered, the firefighters were moved to another building that was known to be asbestos-contaminated - the old Naval Training Center.
Asbestos is a known carcinogen the ingestion or inhalation of which has been linked to numerous conditions such as asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma. The widespread use of asbestos can be traced to its naturally heat-resistant and protective properties. Unfortunately, as the material is crushed, pulverized or otherwise deteriorates, the asbestos fibers become small enough to be taken into the human body - which can lead to devastating, fatal conditions.
While there is no safe level of exposure, people can come in contact with asbestos fibers in many ways. Primary exposure refers to the worker himself or herself who has actually touched or inhaled the toxic substance. Secondary exposure refers to individuals who might inadvertently wear contaminated clothing home or leave the jobsite with asbestos fibers on their skin or in their hair. These people might hug their significant others after a shift and physically transfer the deadly material.
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