Asbestos is a material that was once commonly used in building materials and house products because of its fire-retardant capabilities. Today, it’s understood that asbestos has severe effects on people who have been exposed to the mineral. The mineral can harm…
Month: December 2023
Why was asbestos once so popular?
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral. The discovery of asbestos has been found all around the globe for many years. It became popularly used in the mid-19th century, during the Industrial Revolution, for cars, buildings, manufacturing, power companies and…
How a Japanese dog could help humans with mesothelioma
Discussions about how animals can help humans with cancer often focus on research animals or support animals. Animal trials for new medications are a necessary step before human clinical trials. Animals play an important role in establishing the potential efficacy and…
Is asbestosis just another term for mesothelioma?
Most people use the medical terms asbestosis and mesothelioma interchangeably because they both involve exposure to asbestos. However, these two diseases are not the same. It is vital to understand their differences if you plan to seek compensation. What is…
What is the one concern that all mesothelioma victims have?
After learning you have developed mesothelioma, your first thoughts may center on your mortality or potential personal hardships. However, as you learn to coexist with your condition, you may soon become focused on family matters. The most urgent concern for nearly…
Who might develop asbestosis due to asbestos exposure?
Asbestos exposure is the underlying cause of many serious maladies. People sometimes develop mesothelioma or lung cancer due to asbestos exposure. Many people eventually die because of the cancers that asbestos can cause. Others develop chronic health conditions as a…