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- Bankruptcy does not end a company’s asbestos liability
Dec 3, 2021
Asbestos is an insidiously dangerous substance. It can cause numerous serious medical conditions, ranging from asbestosis and lung cancer to mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is a particularly aggressive cancer that develops in the lining of your organs. It is also very slow to develop at first even though it makes people ill very quickly once they notice symptoms. It could be decades before you realize you have developed a medical condition related to asbestos exposure. By that...Read More - Helping a loved one through a mesothelioma diagnosis
Nov 30, 2021
Mesothelioma is an aggressive form of cancer that tends to target those who have been exposed to asbestos. Not only does such a diagnosis have an effect on those directly impacted, but it can also be devastating for friends and family members. When someone we care about is going through hardship, our first instinct is typically to help. Nevertheless, it is not always easy to recognize behaviors and activities that may be useful. Exploring some...Read More - Recognize the early signs of asbestos-related lung cancer
Nov 18, 2021
Diseases associated with exposure to asbestos fibers claim the lives of far too many Americans every year. Probably the most well-known asbestos-related disease is mesothelioma, a condition of the lining around your internal organs. However, lung cancer is also a real threat to those who have breathed in asbestos fibers, and the earlier you catch this disease, the more likely it is that you will be able to treat it and control its adverse symptoms...Read More - You’ve been diagnosed with mesothelioma. What can you do?
Nov 14, 2021
When you learned that you have mesothelioma, your thoughts probably started racing. What are the treatment options? Can the symptoms be alleviated for a long period of time before they recur? Can you continue with activities like taking a walk or driving? Will you have debilitating health impacts? The answers to those questions will vary, depending on the exact nature of someone’s medical situation. Your concerns should be addressed by your physician or other specialists...Read More - Did your employer do enough to protect you from asbestos?
Nov 1, 2021
Companies have known about the risks associated with asbestos exposure for many years. Yet, it is not only those manufacturers that used it in their products that ignored the risks. Many employers knowingly exposed their workers to asbestos yet failed to do enough to protect them. Employers are responsible for your safety When someone employs you, they take on responsibility for your safety. While laws have become more comprehensive and specific over time, employers always had...Read More - Who is at risk of illness due to workplace asbestos exposure?
Oct 18, 2021
Asbestos is a mineral substance that humans have used for centuries for a wide array of purposes. In modern industrial settings, asbestos can play a role as an insulator or a fire retardant. Most people will have some amount of asbestos exposure in their lifetimes. However, there are certain people who are more at risk than others for asbestos exposure and asbestos-related illnesses. Who has the most risk for developing an asbestos-related medical condition? Certain...Read More - Did you get exposed to asbestos via someone else?
Oct 14, 2021
As a child, you probably got excited when your dad came home from work. Perhaps you ran to greet him at the door, and he scooped you up in his arms and gave you a big hug. Yet, that show of affection may be the reason you now suffer from mesothelioma. Secondary asbestos exposure receives less attention than that where people were directly exposed to asbestos at work. Yet, it is a real and tragic...Read More - How can you make winter more pleasant if you have mesothelioma?
Oct 6, 2021
Pennsylvania’s winter weather could make your lung disease worse than ever. Asbestos-related lung conditions such as mesothelioma take time to present. If you only realized you were suffering this spring or summer, you could be in for a nasty shock when the temperatures plummet. Breathing in becomes more difficult when the air is frosty. Lung disease makes breathing more difficult on the warmest of days, so you can imagine how it will feel mid-February when...Read More - Asbestos exposure and mesothelioma detection
Oct 4, 2021
Mesothelioma is not an easy cancer to diagnose. This is because the symptoms are similar to many other, more common types of cancer. The build-up of fluid in the chest, referred to as pleural effusion, for example, is a common symptom of lung cancer, heart failure and even seen in cases of pneumonia. If it is difficult to diagnose, how can a doctor know I have mesothelioma? This will often hinge on questions the doctor...Read More - How does asbestos exposure harm your body?
Oct 4, 2021
Asbestos is a problematic mineral because while it has an important role in many industries, it can cause life-threatening illnesses. Asbestos-related diseases vary. There are conditions where asbestos scars the lungs and causes damage over time, like asbestosis. There are also conditions like pleural disease, which may lead to pleural effusion (fluid around the lungs) or diffuse pleural thickening. Asbestos can also lead to additional problems, such as the development of cancers like mesothelioma or...Read More