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- Understanding peritoneal organ removal from mesothelioma
Nov 10, 2020
Mesothelioma is often considered only a disease of the lungs, but the truth is it can spread to the lining of other body organs as well. The lungs are not the only part of the body that can come in contact with asbestos when the victim has been exposed in a multitude of ways and scenarios. And the number of Pennsylvania and West Virginia residents who have been exposed to asbestos through employment is extensive...Read More - Asbestos exposure in unexpected occupations
Nov 5, 2020
When people hear the phrase “occupational asbestos exposure” they tend to immediately think of industries such as construction work, factory work, mining and manufacturing. Unfortunately, the list of at-risk occupations seems to be in a state of constant flux and expansion. A study centered on a new occupation has uncovered some devastating information. Products meant to protect users – consumers and workers alike – from fire and extreme heat utilized the naturally-occurring mineral asbestos. Asbestos...Read More - Crucial questions to ask when diagnosed with mesothelioma
Oct 29, 2020
It is devastating news for the ill or their family to receive a mesothelioma diagnosis by an oncologist. Receiving such traumatic news can leave victims and family members unable to get their thoughts together. While it does not need to happen at the time of the diagnosis, patients and family members will have questions specific to their diagnosis, but there may be some broader questions that need to be addressed too. Doing this enables families...Read More - Veterans can file a mesothelioma lawsuit against manufacturers
Oct 29, 2020
Many Pennsylvanians have proudly served in the military. While serving certainly had risks, certainly during wartime, veterans likely did not expect to be injured or die from mesothelioma or asbestos-related diseases. Nevertheless, almost one-third of all cases (about 900-1,100 annually) involve those who served in the military, generally contracting the illness 20 to 50 years after the exposure. This adds up to a total of 15,000 fatalities between 1999 and 2017. How did this happen?...Read More - Diseases caused by asbestos still a serious issue
Oct 26, 2020
Some people in Pennsylvania might assume that asbestos is a substance that is no longer a problem. Others might not be aware of what exactly asbestos is. Unfortunately, asbestos continues to be a real problem that affects the lives and health of people who come into contact with it without adequate protection. Health effects One reason for this is that while 70 countries have banned asbestos, it is only partially banned in the United States...Read More - The ongoing risk of asbestos exposure
Oct 21, 2020
Many individuals in Pennsylvania and across the country believe in error that the risk of getting ill from asbestos exposure is no longer relevant. But the Center for Asbestos Related Disease wants Americans to understand just how wrong this view is. Regular testing CARD conducts daily testing on individuals newly exposed to asbestos while working in mines. The organization also treats individuals with long-term illnesses due to asbestos exposure. A medical director working for CARD...Read More - Pennsylvania School Officials Ignored Asbestos Exposure
Oct 15, 2020
Most Pennsylvanians understand the dangers of blue-collar work. This manual labor tests your physical skill as well as your ability to withstand physical stressors. Years ago, this work exposed people to incredibly harmful substances like asbestos and lead, causing mesothelioma and brain damage. Since then, research has revealed the carcinogenic nature of asbestos, prompting regulations and limits. Though the U.S. has not completely banned asbestos, few industries still use the substance. Many older buildings still...Read More - FDA approves new treatment for pleural mesothelioma
Oct 15, 2020
Pennsylvania residents who are or were exposed to the mineral asbestos, whether on the job or through a household product, run the risk of developing an aggressive cancer called mesothelioma. Among the different kinds is one called malignant pleural mesothelioma, which affects a certain lining found in the lungs, heart and other organs. It’s a rare cancer with only a few treatment options. Many patients are only diagnosed at a late stage. FDA approves new...Read More - New technology has resulted in earlier detection of mesothelioma
Oct 1, 2020
Mesothelioma has long been known as a disease that takes many years to manifest before it can be detected. Victims have it for decades before they realize it, and even more do not know it until they are in the final stages of the cancer that has no cure. However, the sooner it is detected, the better the treatment options for those victims going forward. They will eventually succumb to the disease, but it can...Read More - Treatment options for patients with mesothelioma
Sep 30, 2020
People living in Pennsylvania with mesothelioma have a few treatment options. Some patients are eligible for surgery to remove the cancer from their bodies. However, if the cancer is too widespread, surgery might be ordered to remove part of the cancer or alleviate certain symptoms. Some patients undergo chemotherapy to reduce the size of the cancer and experience relief from symptoms. If none of those treatments work, a doctor might prescribe alternative treatments like targeted...Read More