New Dust Testing Tool Could Detect Black Lung and Silicosis

As concerns about respiratory well-being persist, this innovative solution aims to enhance protection for workers facing potential risks in various industries.
New Dust Testing Tool Could Detect Black Lung and Silicosis
Haulage truck at the Rio Tinto West Angelas iron ore mine in the Pilbara region of West Australia, on July 9, 2014. AAP Image/Alan Porritt
Isabella Rayner
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Fears remain for the lung health of workers in various industries, despite a national ban on engineered stone coming into effect this year.

Experts pointed out that current dust testing methods focus solely on the weight of particles, overlooking the potential importance of their size and shape in ensuring safety.

Isabella Rayner
Isabella Rayner
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Isabella Rayner is a reporter based in Melbourne, Australia. She is an author and editor for WellBeing, WILD, and EatWell Magazines.
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