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- 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 - Caring for a loved one with mesothelioma
Sep 18, 2020
If a loved one in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has been diagnosed with the rare, aggressive cancer called mesothelioma, you may be at a loss as to how to provide support. It’s certainly not something to do alone. The first step that experts recommend, then, is to bring together family, friends and community members to create a support team. Members can take turns feeding the patient, providing transportation to appointments, and other tasks. The reason for focused...Read More - The facts on short-term asbestos exposure
Sep 12, 2020
Asbestos is a potentially dangerous substance that is used in many industries. Being exposed to it can raise a person’s risk of developing mesothelioma. Short-term asbestos exposure in Pennsylvania refers to incidents involving exposure that last several days. It may cause health issues in the future, but the chance of complications is low. Levels of asbestos exposure In 2016, there were 40,000 deaths from asbestos, according to stats from the International Commission of Occupational Health...Read More - Signs of mesothelioma from asbestos exposure
Sep 2, 2020
Pennsylvania residents could potentially develop mesothelioma as they age due to previous asbestos exposure. This exposure can happen in a wide variety of environments, including working in factories that were equipped with asbestos insulation or buildings containing asbestos construction materials. Asbestos was outlawed several decades ago as an accepted product, but the long-term impact for those who were exposed is still an ongoing problem. Any veteran could potentially develop mesothelioma if they were stationed on...Read More - Asbestos exposure could bring forth severe health problems
Aug 29, 2020
Many decades ago, asbestos was common in homes, offices, ships and other environments. Today, the dangers of asbestos are well-known, but older buildings in Pennsylvania and West Virginia may still contain asbestos. People who are unaware that asbestos exists in their home may not realize they are breathing in the material. Over time, asbestos exposure could cause illnesses, including mesothelioma cancer. Anyone worried about asbestos-related illnesses may find it worthwhile to learn about exposure risks...Read More - Study examines new treatment for mesothelioma
Aug 28, 2020
People in Pennsylvania who have been diagnosed with mesothelioma have a type of cancer that affects the lining of organs, such as the lungs and heart. Mesothelioma is often not discovered until its late stages, and treatment can be difficult. A study at Nagoya University in Japan has found that a treatment called near-infrared phototherapy may help. The study The study was done on human cell lines and on mice, but the therapy has not...Read More - The different types of asbestos
Aug 28, 2020
Mesothelioma and other asbestos diseases in Pennsylvania are are caused by exposure to asbestos. Asbestos is a fibrous mineral that falls into two primary classes and six types. While some of the types of asbestos are considered to be more hazardous than others, all have been linked to asbestos diseases. Amphibole mineral family of asbestos Asbestos types that fall in the amphibole mineral family are noted for their sharp structures and the ease of inhalation...Read More - Asbestos exposure and who runs the risk for it
Aug 28, 2020
Six naturally occurring minerals go by the name of asbestos, but you don’t want to be exposed to any of them. Unfortunately, many people in Pennsylvania have been exposed and continue to be. Asbestos mining began in the late 1800s and peaked during World War II before the use of this mineral, which was sought after for its durability and heat-resistant qualities, became limited in the 1970s. It has not been banned outright, though. Workers...Read More - Asbestos, and who may be exposed to it
Aug 25, 2020
Asbestos is a mineral once widely used in building materials due to its flexibility and resistance to heat and electricity. Since the 1970s, the government has curbed its use due to health concerns. It is no longer mined and processed, and the EPA has banned it in products like paper and flooring felt. If you own an old home in Pennsylvania or work as an auto mechanic, though, there’s still a danger of being exposed...Read More