The dangers of tobacco use are well-known in modern society. However, many heavy tobacco users became addicted in the years before such information was publicly available. Regardless of when you started consuming tobacco products, you probably feel a sense of personal…
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Asbestos exposure possible after park damage
The dangers of asbestos are well-documented. This natural fiber was once used for a host of products and in many industries because of the fire-retardant and insulating properties. Once the dangers were discovered, asbestos abatement became a priority. Unfortunately,…
Mesothelioma phase 3 trial opens for immunotherapy
A mesothelioma diagnosis is a devastating one. There are some treatments that can improve the quality of life for the patients and some that might prolong life a bit. However, this is a medical condition that progresses quickly. Although there aren’t currently any…
Asbestos exposure: identifying the highest risk occupations
Many people who worked around asbestos now suffer from mesothelioma and related conditions. How can you determine if you or a loved one were in a high-risk occupation? Some of the highest risk jobs for asbestos exposure are: Mechanics: Brake systems used to contain..
Do you have a claim for secondary asbestos exposure?
For many years, factory workers, shipyard employees and other workers in various industries labored in working conditions that were unsafe because of a combo of asbestos exposure, misinformation about the dangers of asbestos exposure and a lack of personal protective…
Spring and lung disease: Managing your condition
Spring is slowly starting to creep out from beneath the winter snows — and that’s generally a cause for celebration. There’s little cause for excitement from spring, however, if you suffer from any kind of chronic lung disease, including mesothelioma, chronic…
Recognize mesothelioma to get the best care
Mesothelioma is a serious illness that needs to be treated as soon as possible. If it’s caught early, it’s sometimes possible to remove the damaged tissues or to start helpful treatment regimens. Unfortunately, most people don’t know about the illness until it is in…
Why do people often develop mesothelioma after they retire?
Many of the most deadly job hazards pose an imminent risk to workers. Construction crews working at significant elevations will immediately feel the effects of a fall. The same is true of a road worker and the pressing risk of a traffic collision, or a chef and…
Is chest pain a sign of asbestos-related diseases?
Chest pain can be tied to many different disorders and diseases. It is perhaps the most well-known symptom of a heart attack, and many people who are experiencing chest pain assume it is from a heart attack. However, it could also be indigestion, acid reflux, stress…
How common is mesothelioma?
Because of its aggressive nature, mesothelioma is considered a very dangerous type of cancer. It is also most common in the elderly, which can increase the risks. For these reasons, anyone who gets diagnosed with it, perhaps after exposure to asbestos, needs to seek…
