The Silicosis Support Network has recently launched their new website in support of people diagnosed with the deadly Silicosis disease. Many professionals in the health sector thought asbestos related disease was a massive tragedy that couldn’t happen again – well it is happening again, but this time it’s called Silicosis, with an estimated 450 cases in Australia and hundreds more undergoing health screening.

The new support website shares the journey of Daniel Lewis, a stonemason and father of two young daughters. In November 2018, Daniel was diagnosed with accelerated Silicosis. At 32 years young, he has been assessed as having a ‘terminal condition’, a direct result of his occupation. Time Daniel spends with his family is now extremely precious as there is no cure for this deadly lung disease. Read more: adss.org.au