Asbestos is a carcinogenic compound that is used in many insulation, electrical and construction products. Although most manufacturers have transitioned to non-asbestos products, asbestos from prior decades continues to be found in the workplace. As a result, workers...
Asbestos was a product commonly used in building materials in Pennsylvania for many years without consideration of the potential harm that the product could cause. The material was pervasive until it was discovered just how toxic it actually could be in the long run,...
Asbestos exposure has many harmful effects, including cancers such as mesothelioma. In traditional cases, the asbestos may come from paint chips, harmful chemicals, insulation equipment, military-grade vehicles, and more. One business industry that seems to not...
In recent years, hundreds of people in Pennsylvania have filed lawsuits claiming that they suffer from medical issues after being exposed to asbestos. While asbestos was once a popular building material, this substance was largely retired in the 1970s after people...
Those with mesothelioma in Pennsylvania may wonder if the condition only develops in adults. A small number of children are diagnosed with mesothelioma each year. Because so few children develop the disease, very little is known. A study done by researchers with the...
Asbestos, a fibrous material, commonly causes cancer of the lungs known as mesothelioma. Asbestos has been used in various industries due to its heat-resistant properties. Workers in Pennsylvania can undergo several tests to determine if they have been exposed to...
Patients suffering from mesothelioma in Pennsylvania know that this type of cancer, usually caused by asbestos exposure, can be difficult to treat as well as expensive. However, a new type of treatment using tiny, hollow gold cylinders may give patients a longer lease...
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...
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...
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...