Lung Cancer
Lung Cancer and Mesothelioma 25 Years After 9/11
September 11, 2026 marks 25 years since the terrorist attacks that changed the United States forever. As the nation remembers those who lost their lives, it is also important to recognize the thousands of first responders, construction workers, cleanup crews, volunteers, and other individuals who worked at and around Ground Zero in the days, weeks,…
Read MorePhilip Sporn Power Station and Asbestos Exposure
American Electric Power, working through its subsidiaries Appalachian Power Company and Ohio Power Company, constructed the Philip Sporn Plant in the late 1940s and early 1950s. The facility was named for Philip Sporn, the engineer who became president of AEP on May 22, 1947, and who led the company until his retirement in 1961. Sporn…
Read MoreAsbestos-caused Lung Cancer: Understanding Risks and Prevention
Lung cancer is a devastating disease that claims the lives of millions of people worldwide each year. While smoking remains the leading cause of lung cancer, exposure to certain pollutants, such as asbestos, can also significantly increase the risk of developing this deadly disease. Asbestos is known for its heat-resistant properties and was widely used…
Read MoreSecondhand Asbestos Exposure Prevalent Among Steelworkers’ Families
Secondhand asbestos exposure can occur when an individual encounters asbestos fibers through the clothing or equipment of someone who has been working with asbestos-containing materials. This is also known as Bystander Exposure. Asbestos could be found throughout steel mills which included blast furnaces, coke ovens, basic oxygen furnaces, strip mills, and the open-hearth department. Heat…
Read MorePittsburgh Asbestos History
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania has a long history of industrialization and manufacturing, which has put many individuals in the area at risk of asbestos exposure. Asbestos was widely used in building materials and other products until the 1980s because of its durability, insulation properties, and fire resistance. However, asbestos fibers can be inhaled or ingested and can…
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