FAQ - Pneumoconiosis
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What is pneumoconiosis?


A disease of the lungs, such as asbestosis or silicosis, caused by long-continued inhalation of especially mineral or metallic dust.  (+ info)

forms for mesothelioma compensation?


can someone please tell me what specific forms i need to claim for mesothelioma ( pneumoconiosis etc (workers compensation act 1979 from the dwp.
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I would strong advise you to hire an attorney who is familiar with mesothelioma claims. Why the need for a specialist? Because the law surrounding compensation for asbestosis and other asbestos related injuries is complex and is constantly being revised or updated.

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deceased miners compensation?


my father in law has asked me to find out if he can claim compo for his deceased father who was a miner who died of a lung disease called pneumoconiosis. does anyone have any advice on where to start?
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The government has a Division of Coal Mine Workers Compensation. Check the link below.  (+ info)

health problems by fire crackers.. is the following info true? plz tel if drz ne mistake incl spelling mistake?


Pollutants - Can lead to
1. Suspended Particulate Matter - Asthma, cancer, restrictive lung diseases, pneumoconiosis
2. Respirable Particulate Matter - Respiratory illness (chronic bronchitis and asthma), heart diseases
3 . Sulpher Dioxide(SO2) - Eye burning, headache, respiratory problems like pulmonary emphysema, cancer, heart diseases
4 .Nitrous Oxides - Lung irritation, chest tightness, viral infection, airway resistance
plz friends tell if this info 100% accurate . if u find any mistake ( incl spelling mistakes) if reply..
Thanx ... :)
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All true.  (+ info)


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