Asbestos &amp; Mesothelioma News

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Been Exposed to Asbestos? Now What?

Asbestos is a naturally-occurring, fibrous mineral that was once used daily in a number of industries throughout the world. Thanks to its resistance to heat, corrosion, and electricity, it was seen as something of a wonder material that could be found in everything from floor tiles to brake pads. Unfortunately, our reliance on asbestos came at a huge price. As useful as asbestos could be, it has also been linked with a number of serious health problems such as lung cancer and mesothelioma. Sadly, a great number of those who have now been diagnosed with asbestos exposure related illness were...

29 May

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Asbestos Exposure – The Hard Facts

Asbestos, once a popular insulation and construction material, has long been recognized as a severe health risk for those exposed. Those who have worked in certain industries are particularly vulnerable to asbestos exposure. Those industries include construction, steelmaking, power generation, and fields that deal with industrial chemicals. No matter the industry, asbestos exposure poses a danger. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, asbestos exposure can be responsible for several adverse health conditions. Even short exposures can be harmful to a person’s health. Asbestos fibers, which are too small to see with the naked eye, may enter a worker’s lungs if...

29 May

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New Treatments Target the Immune System of Victims of Mesothelioma

Mesothelioma, a rare and deadly cancer, is a cancer that affects the mesothelium, which is the lining that surrounds internal organs. Pleural mesothelioma is cancer that appears in the lining of the lungs, and accounts for about 75% of all mesothelioma cases. Aggressive cancers such as mesothelioma take a toll on the victim’s immune system, causing possible further complications when treating this disease. Recent studies have placed more focus on the immune system in hope of fighting mesothelioma using the body’s natural defenses. One study that is currently in Phase II of the clinical trial has scientists and researchers in high...

29 May

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New Law Could Ban Asbestos in United States