More fuel for fire in campaign against asbestos

Sir: In response to the short article about Baljit Chadha refusing to visit Sarnia, I would like to clarify a few things. Mr. Chadha seems to be under some illusion that asbestos can be used safely in Canada and India, a developing country. To me, this seems a little...

Asbestos-linked board member resigns from Red Cross

OTTAWA — A Montrealer with ties to the asbestos industry has resigned abruptly from the governing body of the Canadian Red Cross after the humanitarian group rallied behind her as a “valued member” of its team. A second board member, Peter Robinson of the...

Silicosis a major health concern in Jharkhand

Visit the small village of Musabani in Jharkhand and you hear heart-rending stories of people involved in mining. Situated near National Highway 33 close to Jamshedpur, Musabani drew public attention recently as 24 people died due to silicosis here. The village has...