Is Asbestos Hiding In Your Home? Breathing in asbestos dust causes mesothelioma. Inhalation of asbestos dust causes damage to the cells of the pleura, the outer lining of the lungs, and the internal chest wall. Over time this damage results in changes, which can eventually turn into cancerous cells. Thousands of Americans may be at […]
You’ve Been Diagnosed With Mesothelioma. What To Do Next.
You’ve Been Diagnosed With Mesothelioma. What To Do Next. See an Oncology Professional Mesothelioma is a rare type of cancer, and not all physicians are well versed in the disease and its treatment options. For many patients, the best choice for their healthcare is to travel to a cancer institute to seek professional and experienced […]
Mesothelioma Related to 9/11
The World Trade Center was made up of seven buildings in Lower Manhattan. The twin towers were considered the two primary buildings of the World Trade Center complex, referred to as the North and South Tower. Initial construction of the twin towers included the use of asbestos. Contractors utilized asbestos materials in the lower floors […]
Johnson & Johnson is Ending Talc-Based Baby Powder Sales in North America
Johnson & Johnson is Ending Talc-Based Baby Powder Sales in North America Johnson & Johnson will no longer be selling talc-based baby powder in North America. It has had to deal with many lawsuits because of asbestos contamination in the product. Baby powder is made of talc, which is a naturally occurring mineral that can […]
COVID-19 Impacts People with Mesothelioma
COVID-19 Impacts People with Mesothelioma The coronavirus outbreak has had a massive ripple effect throughout the United States, and mesothelioma patients are caught in it. The spread and fear of COVID-19, has led to event cancellations and international travel restrictions. People with mesothelioma should continue to be especially cautious. The current state of their health and immune […]
Do You Have Mesothelioma During COVID-19?
COVID-19 continues to disrupt our usual way of life. People with mesothelioma are not immune to the anxiousness and hardships caused by this health crisis. The economy continues to suffer as many businesses are closed. Markets are uncertain. Sporting events have been canceled or postponed. Social outings are an afterthought. Many cities have asked residents […]
Man Sentenced for Illegal Asbestos Removal at his Property
Man Sentenced for Illegal Asbestos Removal at his Property The man who illegally removed asbestos at his Westinghouse facility has been sentenced in court. He was sentenced to one month of prison, nine months of house arrest, and three years of probation. The man is a resident of Mt Lebanon and is a commercial and […]
Asbestos was Found in 20 Percent of Tested Cosmetics.
Asbestos was Found in 20 Percent of Tested Cosmetics. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently found that 20 percent of tested cosmetic products contained asbestos. AMA Analytical Services was given the task to test the different products, which were provided by the FDA. The FDA bought the different products from stores and gave them […]
Talc Needs to be Tested More Thoroughly to Ensure Consumers’ Health
Talc Needs to be Tested More Thoroughly to Ensure Consumers’ Health Talc is sold as a healthy and safe product, but this is not always the case. Talc can sometimes be found alongside asbestos, and when it is mined to be put in many different products, the talc can become contaminated with asbestos fibers. People […]
World Cancer Awareness Day: February 4, 2020
World Cancer Awareness Day: February 4, 2020 In the midst of National Cancer Prevention Month, there is World Cancer Awareness Day, which falls annually on February 4. During World Cancer Day, communities educate people about cancer risks, signs and symptoms, and available treatments and support. Risk factors for cancer can range from unhealthy lifestyles, to […]