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The Hidden Dangers of Artificial Stone: A Growing Silicosis Crisis Among Workers

The Hidden Dangers of Artificial Stone: A Growing Silicosis Crisis Among Workers

In a concerning development, over 300 cases of silicosis have been confirmed among California countertop workers, with at least 14 fatalities and 26 individuals requiring lung transplants. This alarming trend highlights the severe health risks associated with artificial stone fabrication, an industry that has rapidly expanded over the past two decades. Despite its popularity for…