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One of the most frustrating aspects of any kind of cancer treatment, including chemo and radiation for mesothelioma or another asbestos-related cancer, is the fact that nausea is a common side effect. When you’re struggling to stay as well as possible, you need good…

Professionals who have been exposed to asbestos on the job and their close family members may eventually develop a host of different and potentially very serious medical issues. Multiple types of cancer, including lung cancer and mesothelioma, have a strong…

You’re sick, exhausted and psychologically weary. The mere thought of getting up and moving around seems pointless. This is how many of those with asbestos-related lung cancer and illnesses feel every day. Living with a fatal illness does not typically inspire one to…

What are clinical trials? They are controlled tests of new drugs, medical devices or treatments to determine their value in mitigating severe health conditions like mesothelioma. Unfortunately, you cannot know in advance if enrolling in a trial will lead to a…

For decades, asbestos was used by manufacturers of countless products. Today, it is known to be a deadly carcinogen that can result in serious diseases. Thanks to modern knowledge about asbestos and what it can do, few manufacturers still use it. While true, you may…

If you are diagnosed with mesothelioma, you must discuss treatment options with your doctor. While there is no cure, several treatment options can improve your quality of life. While the right treatment for you depends on your situation, there is something to prepare…

Asbestos may be a naturally-occurring substance, but it is also often deadly. Exposure on the job or because of a loved one’s employment could lead to cancer and other debilitating illnesses years later. Tragically, people find themselves in need of financial…

Many people who work in dangerous professions, including shipyard workers, factory employees and mechanics, go into their blue-collar professions because they want to provide a decent standard of living for their families. They work long hours performing manual labor…

Researchers have made major advances in the treatment of cancer in recent years, including the development of immunotherapies. Instead of trying to kill the cancer directly, immunotherapies focus on training a cancer patient’s own body to fight the cancer directly….

When talking about the health consequences of asbestos exposure, mesothelioma and lung cancer are what often come to mind. It can feel like the two terms are used interchangeably as they do bear many similarities when it comes to symptoms experienced. They are,…