Pleural thickening is a lung disease where the thin membrane covering the lung, known as the pleura, becomes scarred and damaged. As a result of this scar tissue buildup the space between the lungs and the pleura can close up, which can cause chest pain and a loss in breathing function. Of all of the… Read More
What is occupational disease? An occupational disease is any symptom or illness that evolves from an individual’s exposure to risk factors in the workplace. These illnesses can have numerous causes and symptoms, and can vary wildly in severity. The earliest recognised occupational illness was squamous-cell carcinoma of the scrotum, which was identified in chimney sweep… Read More