Silicosis cases reported among workers in countertop industry

César Manuel González, a 37-year-old countertop fabricator, developed silicosis after working with engineered stone, a material increasingly popular in home renovations. The rise in cases, particularly among younger workers, has prompted concern over workplace safety as crystalline silica dust causes severe lung damage. Over 370 lawsuits have been filed against manufacturers for failing to warn about health risks, while legislation is being considered that could limit their liability.

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