Quartz countertops look amazing, but did you know they’re linked to a deadly, incurable lung disease called silicosis? Massachusetts just confirmed its first case in a countertop worker, and it’s not an isolated thing—cases are popping up nationwide. The problem? Engineered stone has way more silica than granite or marble, and cutting it releases toxic dust. No outright ban yet, but experts are calling for stricter safety rules. If you’re remodeling, maybe double-check what’s going in your kitchen! #Health #BodyHealth #QuartzCountertops