Delays in treatment can be deadly for asbestos victims

People who are suffering from any asbestos-related illness need to get treatment as quickly as possible. Some conditions, such as mesothelioma, may take a while to appear. But, they worsen rapidly once they’re evident. There’s a lawsuit in Montana now that’s looking…

I’ve been diagnosed with mesothelioma: What should I do?

Nothing can be devastating like being diagnosed with a life-altering condition. If you are diagnosed with mesothelioma, it is important that you have a clear action plan. Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that develops when an individual is…

How small are asbestos particles?

One of the challenging things about asbestos is that the particles are incredibly small. People who are tearing out old tiles or insulation often wonder if they’re going to be able to spot asbestos if it’s contained in those products….

Talc claims still challenging Johnson & Johnson

Johnson & Johnson has been facing litigation for years over claims that talc in their beauty and personal care products has been causing mesothelioma and ovarian cancer. While the company maintains that independent experts claim this can’t happen, many of…

5 histological types of mesothelioma to know

If you could have mesothelioma, you may know that there are four general areas where mesothelioma may affect you. Each of these areas has its own diagnostic term. For example, pleural mesothelioma affects the lining of the lungs. Peritoneal mesothelioma…

The relationship between asbestos and pleural fibrosis

Pleural fibrosis is an asbestos-related disease that is generally caused by exposure to a chemically and structurally unique type of material known as Libby amphibole asbestos. “Asbestos” is actually a loose term that describes a few different kinds of fibers….