When looking out for lung cancer symptoms, it’s natural for people to consider the symptoms that impact the lungs directly, such as trouble breathing or frequent coughing. While it is important to keep these issues in mind and pay attention to them, it’s also…
Month: March 2018
Mesothelioma isn’t the only asbestos-related illness out there
If you spent several years working in an industry in which you were exposed to high concentrations of asbestos on a regular basis, you may already be aware of the possibility of receiving a diagnosis of mesothelioma, which is a fatal cancer attributed to this…
What rating should an asbestos mask carry?
You’re at work when you find out you’re going to be working around asbestos. Everyone knows in advance. They know the risk and the dangers. Then your boss hands you a standard paper dust mask from the nearest big-box hardware store. He or she assures you that it’ll be…
Is it legal to remove asbestos yourself?
You find asbestos in your home’s insulation during a renovation project. You know the grave dangers of asbestos, which can lead to respiratory issues and a type of cancer known as mesothelioma. That cancer is famous for its aggressive nature, and it is often fatal to…
How common is occupational lung cancer?
You’re diagnosed with lung cancer, and you’re shocked. Yes, you have smoked a handful of cigars, but only on special occasions. Perhaps you have smoked a dozen in your life. You certainly do not smoke cigarettes or anything else on a regular basis, and you never have….