If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you are likely considering filing a legal action against the company responsible for your asbestos exposure. A mesothelioma lawyer can offer invaluable aid to victims of asbestos. Finding the best mesothelioma attorney can be difficult, and it is an important decision that requires careful […]
You may work with or handle a lot of chemicals as part of your job – and you know that you need to take precautions. But, accidents can and will happen all the time. It’s not uncommon for a drop or two of chemicals to spill out of their container, even when you’re being careful. […]
You may be pregnant when you recently discover you’ve developed lung cancer. As devastating as this may be, you’re far from alone: Lung cancer is increasingly being detected in young women, and many are diagnosed during pregnancy. If you’re in this situation, here are a few things you need to know: Lung cancer can develop […]
Asbestos was once a very popular component for everything from Navy vessel components to brake pads. This cheap mineral substance is useful as both a fire retardant and an insulator. Unfortunately, when workers or consumers inhale particulate asbestos, they notably increase their risk of becoming ill. Federal regulatory agencies now recognize that there is no […]
Inhalation or ingestion of airborne asbestos fibers can occur when disturbed or worn-down materials containing the mineral are disturbed. Once they get into the lungs or digestive system tissues, they can remain there forever. Over time, these fibers can cause mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer, as well as other deadly diseases. Unfortunately, […]
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral fiber found in rock and soil. It has been used in many products due to its strength, heat resistance, and insulation properties. Asbestos fibers are tiny and can quickly become airborne when disturbed. When inhaled or ingested, these fibers can cause serious health problems such as lung cancer, mesothelioma, […]
Medical experts understand cancer better now than they did a few decades ago. People know that certain behaviors increase their risk of developing specific kinds of cancer. Lung cancer, for example, has a strong correlation with smoking. Smokers face social stigma from those who judge tobacco use. They may also worry about whether their personal […]
Talcum powder was once a bathroom essential. Parents would advise their children to put it in their underwear before gym class or after a shower to fight sweat and odor. Given that people referred to it as “baby powder,” it is not surprising that many parents also used it on infants to help prevent diaper […]
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 into delays in treatment for 17 living and 29 deceased former workers. The basis of […]
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. A single strand of Libby amphibole asbestos can contain up to five different kinds of fibers, each […]
