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- Hospice care: Things to know about caring for the terminally ill
Feb 6, 2019
When a doctor diagnosed your loved one with an asbestos-related disease, such as mesothelioma or asbestosis, he or she likely explained that there is currently no cure for such illnesses. As time goes on, symptoms typically worsen. The central focus of care in such situations is palliative in nature, meaning the goal is to keep the patient as comfortable as possible in the time he or she has left. Hospice care is often a valuable component of...Read More - Who could get mesothelioma?
Jan 30, 2019
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that often develops as a result of exposure to asbestos. The main risk factor of pleural mesothelioma is asbestos exposure, but that doesn’t mean it’s the only cause. It may be caused by genetic factors or others, but the likelihood is that if a patient has it, they’ve been exposed to asbestos in the workplace, at school or in another environment. Asbestos fibers bury into the lungs and other...Read More - What is friability and why is it important to know?
Jan 27, 2019
Living and working in Pittsburgh can put you at risk for certain illnesses. This city is a thriving hub of cultural, social and business activity. It’s also true that its shipyards, railroads, steel mills and coal mines, among other workplaces, often contain asbestos-laden materials that can be dangerous to human health. Your employer is obligated to warn you of possible exposure to such hazards when aware that they exist in your workplace. You can also...Read More - Exposed to asbestos? Here’s what you should know
Jan 25, 2019
If you’re working and find out that you’ve been exposed to asbestos, you may not be sure what you can do to help yourself. You know that exposure can lead to mesothelioma, but is there anything you can do to help prevent it? If you think that you’ve been exposed to asbestos, there is a real concern that you could have asbestos fibers in your lungs or other parts of your body. Yes, they have...Read More - Understand why mesothelioma is hard to identify
Jan 18, 2019
Mesothelioma is a serious disease that develops as a result of exposure to asbestos (in most people). The trouble with this form of cancer is that it has very nonspecific symptoms, which can make it hard to diagnose. A difficult diagnosis often means that by the time it is diagnosed, the condition has worsened significantly. Sometimes, there is nothing that the medical providers can do but to help make the patient more comfortable. Presently, the...Read More - When is asbestos most dangerous?
Jan 17, 2019
Contrary to popular belief, asbestos products are not illegal in the United States. Not only do many products currently for sale to consumers contain asbestos, Pennsylvania, in particular, has many industries and structures that place people at great risk for exposure. There’s no such thing as a safe amount of asbestos exposure. If you’re exposed, you’re at risk for injury. There are situations, however, where you may be able to minimize the possible negative effects...Read More - Does your loved one have an asbestos-related terminal illness?
Jan 10, 2019
When a Pennsylvania doctor diagnoses a person with a terminal illness, it affects not only that person, but his or her family as well. If you are the spouse or adult child of someone who is suffering from an incurable disease, you may spend a lot of time wondering what you can do (or what you shouldn’t do) to help him or her live as high quality a life as possible in the time he...Read More - Is second-hand asbestos exposure a threat?
Jan 8, 2019
You may know that people who are exposed to asbestos have a higher likelihood of developing asbestosis or mesothelioma. What you may not know is that people who were not directly exposed may also be at risk of developing these conditions. Secondary exposure, also known as second-hand exposure, can happen when asbestos fibers are carried home on a worker’s clothing or materials. Asbestos fibers float in the air, so it was fairly common for fibers...Read More - Asbestos litigation: Who is to blame?
Jan 3, 2019
Asbestos is a mineral, and it is naturally found in nature. Of course, in the amounts you’re exposed to in nature, the likelihood of falling ill would be extremely low. Unfortunately, in certain businesses, the use of asbestos was common, leading to many people developing life-altering health conditions. Today, people know that breathing in asbestos is extremely dangerous. Being exposed to mineral asbestos may have no significant effects after the initial exposure, but decades later,...Read More - Mesothelioma risks: Be aware!
Dec 27, 2018
When you consider the meaning of the phrase “risk factors,” you might think about various types of risk, including issues that you may be able to change or eradicate entirely, as well as issues you may not be able to control. There’s also another consideration when it comes to risks that affect your health, for instance, and that is that another person’s negligence may cause your risk level to soar. Sadly, many Pennsylvania workers, including...Read More