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- Is secondary exposure to asbestos dangerous?
Apr 8, 2022
Whether it is from news reports, anecdotal stories or a family history, most individuals have a good idea about the dangers of asbestos exposure. In its pure state, the naturally occurring mineral is generally harmless. When the material begins to break down, however, individuals can inhale or ingest asbestos fibers that can cause catastrophic damage to the lungs and internal organs. Unfortunately, exposure is not limited to workers and consumers. Through secondary contact, nearly anyone...Read More - How contagious is mesothelioma?
Apr 7, 2022
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer, and like other cancers, it’s not contagious. This means that you can’t spread the disease by being close to other people, touching them, or coming into contact with the same surfaces or items. While this is true, there is no known cure for it. While it can’t spread from person to person like bacterial infections or a virus, it can still take a toll on the person with the...Read More - Mesothelioma isn’t the only illness caused by asbestos
Mar 24, 2022
People often associate mesothelioma with asbestos, but that’s not the only condition that can occur because of exposure to this toxic substance. The problematic part of this situation is that the symptoms of these conditions don’t always show up at the time of the asbestos exposure. In many cases, the conditions that are associated with these fibers won’t appear for years or even decades after the exposure. This can often make it difficult to determine...Read More - Exposed to asbestos long ago? Symptoms could be tied to mesothelioma
Mar 24, 2022
Many workers, long since retired from hard labor jobs in steel mills, power stations and railroads, are enjoying their retirement. Focusing on hobbies, grandkids and other past times. But some face difficult health problems, wondering if it’s due to simply getting older. Some complain of shortness of breath, muscle weakness and back pain. Perhaps this is simply what happens when the human body works long, strenuous hours year-after-year in an industrial or manufacturing facility. Perhaps not...Read More - Pennsylvania’s statute of limitations on asbestos-related claims
Mar 11, 2022
Before its harmful effects were discovered, asbestos was the preferred building material due to its heat-insulating properties and availability. Unfortunately, many had already been exposed to the deadly substance, especially those in the construction industries. As a result, asbestos-related illnesses are common now, given that they take years to develop. So if you or your loved one has been diagnosed with, say, mesothelioma or lung cancer arising from asbestos exposure, here is what you need...Read More - Does business bankruptcy eliminate asbestos liability?
Feb 26, 2022
Businesses exist to make money, and they often try to avoid obligations that cut into their profit margins. They may fire workers who need accommodations or benefits, even though the law prohibits them from doing so. Some businesses will go so far as to file for bankruptcy to avoid financial or legal claims by customers or former employees. That is exactly what some people suspect Johnson & Johnson wants to do in response to multiple asbestos...Read More - How quickly can workers receive compensation for mesothelioma?
Feb 15, 2022
Finding out that the source of your cough isn’t just some virus but rather mesothelioma may shock you. Even if you have historically worked with asbestos, you may have tried to be as safe as possible to minimize your risks. Unfortunately, there is no safe level of asbestos exposure. An amount that won’t affect one person might correlate with another’s cancer diagnosis. Although it may be decades after exposure when you get diagnosed with mesothelioma,...Read More - How can I be sure I have mesothelioma?
Feb 11, 2022
To be sure that what you are suffering from is indeed mesothelioma, you will need to seek medical opinions. Like many diseases, sometimes there are symptoms that could be caused for a variety of reasons. Many doctors may never have come across someone with mesothelioma before, so they may automatically assume your symptoms are down to something else. If you know you have had significant asbestos exposure, tell your doctor. If you have former colleagues...Read More - Finding the link between lung cancer and asbestos exposure
Feb 11, 2022
If you or a loved one suffers from lung cancer caused by asbestos exposure, you may be entitled to compensation for the many hardships you have suffered. First, however, you must identify the link between the disease you suffer from and your exposure to the toxic substance. In many cases, the point of exposure lies deep in the past. Where were you exposed? Oftentimes, a person who develops lung cancer encountered asbestos at his or...Read More - A spouse’s or parent’s job could have caused your mesothelioma
Feb 7, 2022
Asbestos is a naturally-occurring mineral substance that is perfect proof of the idea that naturally-occurring items are not inherently safe. In its natural form, asbestos has numerous industrial uses including providing insulation and slowing the spread of fire. However, it is also dangerous to any workers who handle the substance without proper protection. Inhaled asbestos can cause asbestosis, lung cancer and even mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is a deadly form of cancer that starts in the organ...Read More