We are a group of doctors at UCSF who specialize in treating work related illnesses and improving workplace safety.
Our goal is to spread the word about this dangerous and deadly lung disease that is affecting California countertop workers. We hope to share resources for how to safely work with artificial stone, how to recognize symptoms that might be signs of silicosis, and to connect at-risk workers with doctors who can help diagnose and treat silicosis.
We also aim to provide information to community healthcare providers in California who see and treat workers who are exposed to silica dust and may need screening for silicosis.