The USS Alstede (AF-48) was the first of its class (known as the Alstede class) of store ships, auxiliary vessels that refueled, provided ammunition, and supplied food for the U.S. Navy’s maritime operations. The ship sailed during World War II, the Korean War, and the Cold War, enabling ships to remain at sea for extended periods. Though
No herb has been proven to control or cure any type of cancer, but in response to a life-threatening diagnosis, mesothelioma patients and their families frequently look for complementary treatment approaches to manage symptoms and side effects. Herbal medicine, while not a replacement for standard cancer therapies, is an alternative therapy that can offer benefits when used appropriately and
The USS Kankakee (AO-39) was a Kennebec-class fleet oiler that served the U.S. Navy through World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. While virtually all vessels built for the military between the 1930s and 1980s contained significant amounts of asbestos, tankers and oilers that carried large stores of fuel received additional fortification
The USS Theodore E. Chandler (DD-717) was one of 98 Gearing class destroyers built for the U.S. Navy in the 1940s. Like all the ships in her class, she was valued for her ease of maneuverability and speed. Unfortunately, the many advantages of the USS Theodore E. Chandler were offset by the asbestos exposure that crew members suffered.
The USS Porterfield (DD-682) was a ship constructed for the U.S. Navy as America entered World War II. A Fletcher-class destroyer, she was built at a time when asbestos was thought to be a miracle mineral and was relied upon in shipbuilding for strength and fireproofing. The material was incorporated into much of the ship’s equipment and
Though asbestos is no longer in common use in the United States, asbestos exposure remains a significant health concern, affecting both workers and the general public. While those with long-term occupational exposure are known to be at risk for mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases, less is understood about the impact of short-term exposure. Distinguishing Between Degrees of Asbestos Exposure
The USS Charles H. Roan (DD-853) was a Gearing class destroyer launched and commissioned in 1946. She participated in naval exercises and deployments for the U.S. Navy from 1948 to 1973, playing an important role in demonstrating American strength. Like many other vessels constructed at that time, the Charles H. Roan contained asbestos throughout its structure and
G.S. Blodgett Corporation has been providing commercial cooking materials and equipment since the late 1800s and today is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of commercial ovens. Between the 1950s and 1980s, the company manufactured pizza ovens and other high-heat equipment that incorporated asbestos-containing components. Exposure to the asbestos in Blodgett’s ovens has been linked to
Because of its strength and fire resistance, asbestos has been used in cooking for centuries, and that was especially true of the commercial ovens built in the 20th century. Pizza ovens were built with asbestos decks and baking stones, while bakery ovens were insulated with the carcinogenic material. This put many pizza cooks, pastry cooks, and bakers at
The USS Intrepid (CV-11/CVA-11/CVS-11) was one of 24 Essex-class aircraft carriers ordered by the U.S. Navy and served as part of the Pacific Fleet during World War II, as well as in the Mediterranean and Vietnam. As was true of almost all ships built between the 1930s and 1980s, the Intrepid’s structure, as well as its