Blog: Asbestos
- How do doctors diagnose an asbestos illness?
May 4, 2021
Developing an asbestos illness in Pennsylvania is less common than it used to be because of federal regulations dealing with the use of that substance, but it still happens. You should follow the safety procedures when handling asbestos to avoid falling ill. Symptoms of asbestosis don’t always show up immediately. It can take years before you notice signs of asbestosis. Physical examination Doctors often start with a physical examination to investigate what’s going on with...Read More - Overview of where asbestos is found
Apr 12, 2021
Asbestos is a naturally occurring silicate mineral. Historically, asbestos has been used in a wide range of different types of products, including in Pennsylvania. Ultimately, asbestos has been determined to have the capacity to cause disease, such as a lung condition known as mesothelioma. Most commonplace locations where asbestos is found They way to avoid contracting mesothelioma is avoiding asbestos exposure in the first place. If you are diagnosed with mesothelioma, identifying how and where...Read More - Treating asbestos-related lung cancers
Apr 1, 2021
For Pennsylvania and West Virginia residents diagnosed with asbestos-related lung cancer, the future may feel uncertain. Treatments can vary depending on the type and stage of your lung cancer, but the main goal is always to remove or kill the cancer cells to prevent them from spreading. Types and stages of lung cancer Asbestos exposure can cause small-cell or non-small cell lung cancer. These types are differentiated by how they appear under a microscope. Non-small...Read More - How to test for asbestos-related lung cancer
Mar 23, 2021
Asbestos is defined as a naturally existing or occurring “fibrous silicate mineral.” Over the course of an extended period of time, asbestos was used in building materials in Pennsylvania and across the United States. Ultimately, workers and others exposed to asbestos were determined to be at a higher risk of contracting cancer. Although asbestos is no longer used, the continued presence in older buildings keeps the material a real concern. Luckily, there is a reliable...Read More - Mesothelioma risk factors and symptoms
Mar 10, 2021
Though the use of asbestos, a fibrous heat-resistant substance, has been regulated due to its association with mesothelioma, many industries in Pennsylvania still use it. Mesothelioma is a rare cancer form caused by breathing in asbestos particles, and many factors could make someone more susceptible to it. Basics of mesothelioma Mesothelioma affects the mesothelium, or the lining of the heart, lung, or stomach. Some symptoms include weight loss, fatigue or anemia, decrease in appetite, chest tightness or...Read More - What is chrysotile asbestos?
Mar 2, 2021
Each year, some Pennsylvanians realize that they’ve been unknowingly exposed to dangerous chemicals or substances. If you get a notice from your place of work or residence that you’ve been exposed to chrysotile asbestos, it can be daunting to think about the implications. What exactly is chrysotile asbestos, and how can you be exposed to it? Here’s what you need to know about the substance and the harmful effects on your body. Understanding chrysotile asbestos...Read More - How can you identify asbestos?
Feb 24, 2021
Until the 1970s, building companies in Pennsylvania frequently used asbestos in homes and buildings. The substance was banned in the 70s due to negative health effects, but some older homes and businesses still have asbestos in the walls. If your house was built several decades ago, you might want to contact someone about asbestos removal. How can you identify asbestos in your home? Over time, asbestos exposure can cause cancer, breathing problems and other health...Read More - The link between cancer and asbestos
Feb 4, 2021
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 other materials. However, exposure to asbestos has been linked to a disease called mesothelioma and several other diseases. How asbestos causes disease Asbestos is a natural, flexible material made of tiny fibers that makes an efficient insulator, but when particles get into...Read More - The EPA has underestimated asbestos risk
Feb 3, 2021
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 asbestos. Over the years, the links between asbestos and diseases like asbestosis and cancer were established. Asbestos and the EPA One of the first regulations to affect the industrial use of asbestos...Read More - Second-hand exposure to asbestos
Jan 27, 2021
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 residue present on that worker’s clothes or equipment. People in Pennsylvania and other states with second-hand exposure to asbestos have several options to seek compensation and redress for their injuries. Pre-litigation resolution Some...Read More