Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was once widely used in construction, shipbuilding, and other trades. States where these industries were common are among…
Category: Mesothelioma
Is There Talc in Your Food & Medicine?
While concerns about talc in cosmetics have been widely publicized, far less attention has been given to its presence in food, supplements, and medications, even…
Anniversary of U.S. Asbestos Ban: 35 Years Later, Americans Still Lack Protections
On July 12, 1989, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a landmark rule to ban asbestos, a toxic mineral known to cause mesothelioma and…
Philadelphia Becomes First U.S. School District Criminally Charged for Asbestos Violations
In July 2025, the School District of Philadelphia became the first school district in the country to face criminal charges for failing to protect students…
EPA to Reconsider Asbestos Ban, Sparking Health Concerns
In June 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced their intent to reconsider the agency’s previous ban on chrysotile asbestos, one of six types…
Happy 250th Birthday to the U.S. Army
June 14, 2025 marks the 250th birthday of the U.S. Army — the military branch that is largely responsible for our independence from Britain and…
Honoring Veterans on the 81st Anniversary of D-Day
Exactly 81 years ago today, the Allied Forces of World War II launched the crucial invasion of Nazi-occupied Europe, landing its armies by land, sea,…
Washington Makes It Easier to Sue for Mesothelioma & Other Work-Related Illnesses
In May 2025, the Washington Supreme Court issued a landmark decision that opened the door for workers with mesothelioma and other occupational illnesses to sue…
BAP1 & Mesothelioma: Why Asbestos Companies Fund Flawed Research
Recent headlines regarding several corporate-backed medical studies have sparked confusion about the role of a gene called BAP1 in mesothelioma development. While certain genetic factors…
