What is Silicosis and is it Serious? Find Out What it Means to Have This Disease. | American Lung Association

Exposure to dust containing respirable crystalline silica can lead to diseases like silicosis. Early and accurate identification of respiratory disease, including silicosis, allows for early intervention which can improve the health outcomes for workers. Hear from Professor Malcolm Sim about the importance of a respiratory health assessment for those who have worked in the engineered stone industry. For more information: www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/crystalline-silica-health-assessments | WorkSafe Vi