The Lasting Impact of Shipyard Asbestos Exposure on Pennsylvania Workers
For decades, shipyards were among the most dangerous workplaces in the United States. Workers routinely handled materials that seemed harmless at the time, insulation, gaskets, and even talcum powder, without knowing they were inhaling toxic fibers. Today, we understand the consequences all too clearly. Shipyard asbestos exposure has left a tragic mark on thousands of people, especially here in Pennsylvania, where industrial and naval shipyards employed generations of skille