Throughout the year, America dedicates particular days to honor the men and women who serve in the U.S. Navy. One of the oldest…
Category: Mesothelioma
Tips for Managing Mental Health After Mesothelioma Diagnosis
Mesothelioma is an incurable cancer, usually discovered decades after the asbestos exposure that caused it. The physical damage caused by the disease is overwhelming. So…
Why Do I Keep Hearing About Mesothelioma?
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that, while deadly, is not nearly as common as, say, lung, breast, or prostate cancer. So why do you…
A Mesothelioma Patient Caught COVID-19 and Showed No Respiratory Problems. How?
The more scientists learn about the novel coronavirus the more complicated the disease it causes appears to be. COVID-19 traditionally presents as a respiratory illness…
Finding Asbestos in Your Home Is Normal — Here’s What to Do Next
Taking the proper actions after you discover asbestos will protect everyone who lives and works in the area. If you encounter asbestos in a building…
August 1 Marks the Ninth Annual World Lung Cancer Day, Spotlighting One of the World’s Biggest Killers
On August 1, 2021, people across the globe come together to recognize World Lung Cancer Day — an annual international campaign that brings much-needed education…
Asbestos in Talc Concerns Prompt L’Oreal, Chanel, and Revlon to Drop Potentially Hazardous Cosmetic Products
Public outcry, coupled with nearly 20,000 talcum powder lawsuits, has prompted major cosmetics manufacturers to move away from talc — a key ingredient in many…
Can Buildings Be Demolished Safely Without Asbestos Abatement?
In Detroit, the emergency demolition of houses that contain asbestos has presented researchers with an unusual opportunity for study. Normally, before renovating or tearing down…
Cancer Risk from Asbestos Inhalation Confirmed by EPA — What Happens Next?
As part of its unprecedented review of toxic substances used in America, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its draft risk evaluation for…
