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Silicosis
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Researchers in the UK have suggested stricter limits on daily exposure to silica dust. Implementing these limits could prevent approximately 13,000 deaths worldwide by reducing the risk of developing silicosis.
What is Silicosis?
- Silicosis is a serious respiratory disease caused by inhaling fine silica dust. This dust comes from materials like soil, sand, concrete, granite, and artificial stone.
- When silica dust is inhaled over many years, it leads to the hardening and scarring of the lungs.
- How Does It Develop? Silicosis develops over a long period, typically requiring 10 to 20 years of exposure to silica dust in the workplace. It is most commonly seen in industries such as construction, mining, and dentistry, where workers handle silica-containing materials.
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