Posts Tagged 'toxic exposure'

Health Hazards at Boeing: A Doctor’s Fears Come to Life

boeing facing lawsuits over toxic exposureEverett, Washington-based aerospace stalwart Boeing is facing claims that it knew its aircraft manufacturing facility was exposing its workers and the surrounding community to toxins and did nothing about it.

As the maker of iconic aircraft like the 747 and 737, as well as numerous military and government aerospace systems, the company is an anchor of American aerospace manufacturing and engineering. But as increasing numbers of employees from decades past fall ...

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Veterans Administration to Cover Additional Toxic Exposure from Burn Pits

VA moves to cover toxic exposure costs for veteransIn an incredibly rare display of bipartisanship, the U.S. House and Senate have crafted legislation to fund a VA effort to add coverage for nine types of respiratory cancers generally attributed to military service near burn pits. That, however, is where the good will ends, as the two parties have suggested drastically different funding levels.

Burn pits are used in military theaters to dispose of ...

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