Mesothelioma And Asbestos-Related Diseases Legal Blog
The link between cancer and asbestos
Professionals in several industries used asbestos, including those working in shipyards, crayon manufacturing, automotive manufacturing and construction services. Industries in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, use asbestos because it is versatile and resists heat better than...
The EPA has underestimated asbestos risk
Asbestos has many useful features. It's lightweight and flame retardant. For years, it was one of the most common building materials used in Pennsylvania and across the USA. By 1918, the Bureau of Labor Statistics had noticed higher mortality among workers who handled...
Second-hand exposure to asbestos
Asbestos is a carcinogenic compound that can cause cancer and other health issues. Workers in certain industries may encounter asbestos in the workplace. In some instances, individuals who come into contact with such a worker may undergo exposure to asbestos from the...
Workers with a higher risk of asbestos exposure
Asbestos is a carcinogenic compound that is used in many insulation, electrical and construction products. Although most manufacturers have transitioned to non-asbestos products, asbestos from prior decades continues to be found in the workplace. As a result, workers...
Could your non-lung health problems be related to mesothelioma?
Asbestos was a product commonly used in building materials in Pennsylvania for many years without consideration of the potential harm that the product could cause. The material was pervasive until it was discovered just how toxic it actually could be in the long run,...
Mesothelioma caused by linotype machines
Asbestos exposure has many harmful effects, including cancers such as mesothelioma. In traditional cases, the asbestos may come from paint chips, harmful chemicals, insulation equipment, military-grade vehicles, and more. One business industry that seems to not...
Signs of asbestos exposure
In recent years, hundreds of people in Pennsylvania have filed lawsuits claiming that they suffer from medical issues after being exposed to asbestos. While asbestos was once a popular building material, this substance was largely retired in the 1970s after people...
Pediatric mesothelioma found to not be related to asbestos
Those with mesothelioma in Pennsylvania may wonder if the condition only develops in adults. A small number of children are diagnosed with mesothelioma each year. Because so few children develop the disease, very little is known. A study done by researchers with the...
Getting tested for asbestos exposure
Asbestos, a fibrous material, commonly causes cancer of the lungs known as mesothelioma. Asbestos has been used in various industries due to its heat-resistant properties. Workers in Pennsylvania can undergo several tests to determine if they have been exposed to...
New mesothelioma treatments could impact lawsuits
Patients suffering from mesothelioma in Pennsylvania know that this type of cancer, usually caused by asbestos exposure, can be difficult to treat as well as expensive. However, a new type of treatment using tiny, hollow gold cylinders may give patients a longer lease...