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- Why are renovation workers at greater risk from asbestos?
Apr 1, 2023
Anyone who is working around asbestos faces a certain amount of risk. Plus, asbestos is a naturally occurring particle. Most people are going to be exposed to it at some point. In the past, though, this exposure was greatest for people who were working with asbestos products. For instance, it was often used in tile for bathrooms or kitchens. It was also used in insulation for pipes. Construction workers or those installing home systems faced...Read More - The differences between lung cancer and mesothelioma
Mar 28, 2023
When talking about the health consequences of asbestos exposure, mesothelioma and lung cancer are what often come to mind. It can feel like the two terms are used interchangeably as they do bear many similarities when it comes to the symptoms that patients often experience. They are, however, two different conditions that occur in the body and it’s important to recognize the differences in the ways in which they manifest. Understanding the differences Below are...Read More - What is the timeline for an asbestos-related mesothelioma claim?
Mar 27, 2023
There is often a significant time lapse between when someone gets exposed to mesothelioma at work and when they get diagnosed by a doctor. Mesothelioma is a particularly slow-growing type of cancer. It is common for people to go 30 or even 40 years between their workplace asbestos exposure and the onset of noticeable symptoms. Oftentimes, people will find that the company that exposed them to asbestos might not even be in business anymore by...Read More - Do workers still need to worry about asbestos?
Mar 10, 2023
The dangers of asbestos came to full public attention a long time ago. Many of the companies that used asbestos knew about the dangers long before that. You might therefore assume that asbestos worries are a thing of the past. However, that’s not the case. The U.S. is still using asbestos Pharmaceutical company Johnson & Johnson only stopped selling baby powder containing talc (which research shows was often contaminated by asbestos and caused mesothelioma) in...Read More - 3 groups of people at high risk for asbestos-related illnesses
Feb 22, 2023
Asbestos is a known human carcinogen. Despite being a naturally occurring substance, asbestos can cause multiple kinds of cancer. Currently, there is no established safe exposure level. Anyone who has unprotected exposure to asbestos could potentially end up sickened decades later. Asbestos can cause mesothelioma, which is a cancer that starts in the organ linings. It also has an association with lung cancer and certain cancers that affect reproductive organs. Those who realize that they...Read More - Are any masks effective protection against asbestos?
Feb 22, 2023
Inhaling asbestos is dangerous – this is common knowledge. The tiny particles that make up asbestos can get lodged in your lungs and other tissues, eventually causing mesothelioma or other asbestos-caused diseases. If you know there is a risk of asbestos, you may think wearing a mask will protect you. Unfortunately, not all masks are effective at preventing asbestos-related issues. Finding the right mask for asbestos protection To find the right mask for asbestos protection,...Read More - How do you know if you have mesothelioma?
Feb 7, 2023
It is certainly not a guarantee that those who are exposed to asbestos will later develop the aggressive type of cancer known as mesothelioma. But it does happen in many cases, and this type of cancer has a very high fatality rate. That’s why it’s important for people to understand what condition they’re dealing with as early as possible so that they can seek treatment. There are many different signs and symptoms to look for...Read More - Dealing with asbestos exposure in the workplace
Feb 2, 2023
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral widely used in construction and industrial materials due to its heat-resistant properties. However, exposure to asbestos fibers can cause serious health problems, including lung cancer, mesothelioma and asbestosis. Asbestos exposure in Pennsylvania mostly happens in workplace environments, particularly in industries such as construction shipbuilding and manufacturing. How exposure can occur Workplace asbestos exposure occurs when asbestos fibers are released into the air and breathed in by workers. This can...Read More - Does asbestos only affect older adults?
Jan 27, 2023
Asbestos can lead to many dangerous respiratory ailments and diseases. The most common is mesothelioma, which is a type of cancer. It impacts the lining around some of your organs, including your lungs. It can also be found in the abdomen, although those cases are rarer than pulmonary mesothelioma. If you start looking into these cases, however, you’ll find a trend. Often, it is older adults who are impacted by mesothelioma. They may be in...Read More - Questions to ask your doctor after a mesothelioma diagnosis
Jan 26, 2023
While any serious medical diagnosis can be bad news, being diagnosed with a terminal illness like mesothelioma, which cannot be totally cured, can be devastating news. Mesothelioma is a form of malignant cancer that may develop after asbestos exposure. If you’ve just been diagnosed with mesothelioma, then this must be a traumatic and intimidating time. However, while you may try to absorb all the emotions at once, it would help to seek answers to some...Read More