How America Let Asbestos Kill Its Veterans
Discussions among doctors about the dangers of asbestos started in the early 1920s, and while the medical and scientific research communities released confirmations about its deadly side effects, the U.S. military didn’t heed their warnings and continued to build its vessels.
1922
Medical professionals held discussions linking asbestos to various health problems.
1924
Dr. William Cooke published first medical paper on asbestosis.
1938
U.S. Navy began using several tons of asbestos for its massive buildout of ships.
1939
Surgeon General of U.S. Navy issued warning about the risks associated with exposur...
Source: Asbestos and Mesothelioma News - Category: Environmental Health Authors: Tim Povtak Tags: Veterans & Military Source Type: news
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