Let’s All Work Together to Spread Mesothelioma Awareness Mesothelioma is a devastating cancer that is caused primarily by asbestos exposure. It is a terrible diagnosis to receive and not many people know what it is, which is why mesothelioma awareness is so important. Many people’s lives could be saved and could be improved if more […]
Uncommon Products That Used to Contain Asbestos
Uncommon Products That Used to Contain Asbestos Asbestos has been linked to several life-threatening diseases, such as asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma. Construction products, car parts, and fertilizers and potting soils have been brought the public’s attention as the most substantial uses of asbestos. However, other products, which may not be as well known, have also […]
New Mesothelioma Treatment Developments in 2020
New Mesothelioma Treatment Developments in 2020 Mesothelioma Awareness Day is in September, so it is a good time to recognize new research for the cancer and look at how far we have come in the treatment of the disease. Mesothelioma is a cancer of the mesothelium, which surrounds different organs, but it primarily affects the […]
Early Uses of Asbestos
Early Uses of Asbestos Asbestos is a group of naturally occurring metamorphic minerals: chrysotile, tremolite, actinolite, amosite, crocidolite, and anthophyllite. Once viewed as a “miracle mineral,” asbestos was commonly used as an insulator. Many ancient cultures valued it for its resistant to heat and fire, and strength properties. Ancient Egyptians Considered Asbestos “Mineral of the […]
On the 19th Anniversary of 9/11, We Remember Those who Died from Exposure to Harmful Carcinogens
On the 19th Anniversary of 9/11, We Remember Those who Died from Exposure to Harmful Carcinogens Today is the 19th anniversary of the September 11th attacks on the World Trade Center. The moment the planes hit the buildings, so many peoples’ lives were changed forever. From firefighters running into the towers to responders going through […]
Cancer Caused by Asbestos Exposure
Cancer Caused by Asbestos Exposure Asbestos is known to be highly toxic and has been identified as a carcinogen. While most people are aware that prolonged exposure to asbestos causes mesothelioma and lung diseases, many do not know of the other cancers with which it has been linked. Asbestos has been linked to lung cancer, […]
Hurricanes Cause Oil Refineries to Release More Pollution
Hurricanes Cause Oil Refineries to Release More Pollution When powerful storms like hurricanes hit land, structural and property damage are not the only problems people have to deal with. When hurricane Laura hit land in Texas and Louisiana, oil refineries and rigs had to be shut down and evacuated to ensure the health and safety […]
Asbestos Found in Products Today
Asbestos Found in Products Today Asbestos is banned in over 55 countries, including Japan, Australia and all countries in the European Union. The ban was imposed because asbestos causes inflammatory diseases like cancers of the lung, ovaries, larynx, testes, and gastrointestinal organs. Despite health risks associated with asbestos and a massive effort to regulate and remove the […]
Injuries from Surgical Mesh Failures
Injuries from Surgical Mesh Failures When patients go in for surgery, the worst they should expect is to manage pain while they heal. This does not always happen though when certain medical devices are used in the surgical treatment of patients. Medical devices like hernia mesh can cause serious problems if they are used and […]
What is Bystander Asbestos Exposure and Who is at Risk?
What is Bystander Asbestos Exposure and Who is at Risk? The most common source of exposure to asbestos is direct exposure to the actual mineral or asbestos-containing material. Direct exposure occurs most frequently in the workplace. However, it can also happen when working with asbestos-containing products in the home. Long latency periods (10-40 years) prevented […]