Shirtloads of Science
Shirtloads of Science
Dr Karl Kruszelnicki
Kate Cole on protecting yourself from Silicosis (150)
24 minutes Posted Sep 8, 2019 at 2:00 am.
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Silicosis is a deadly lung condition. It is an occupational disease traditionally associated with stone masons and miners. Today new generations are at risk. From workers on infrastructure to home handy-persons cutting concrete, fine particles of silica can be inhaled without the right protection. Kate Cole tells Dr Karl how to stay safe.