Experimental Mesothelioma Treatment Options: What You Need To Know
Mesothelioma cancer can be extremely aggressive and unpredictable, which can make it difficult to treat. As with most cancers, the disease presents itself differently in each patient, which means there is no one-size-fits-all treatment method. There are several different treatment options available nowadays, not all of which are completely traditional. If you find yourself facing a mesothelioma...Could Your Children Be at Risk for Asbestos Exposure?
By now, it’s well-documented that many American professions are at a high risk for exposure to asbestos. From construction workers to firefighters, it’s important for Americans to know their options if they’ve come into contact with asbestos while on the job. But what if working adults aren’t the only ones at risk for asbestos-related mesothelioma? What if thousands of American children are also...
What Occupations Are Most at Risk for Asbestos Exposure?
We know that exposure to asbestos is one of the most dangerous things as it can go completely unnoticed for decades before causing a serious and life-threatening condition such as mesothelioma or lung cancer. Unfortunately, due to the latency period in which asbestos has, many individuals are unsure of what causes the condition to occur. However, some occupations are more at risk to be exposed...The Link Between Union Work & Asbestos Exposure
Asbestos exposure is not restricted to a specific age, gender, class, or occupation: This toxic and carcinogenic mineral has affected millions of Americans from every area of the country, due to its unchecked use in building construction prior to 1979. However, an increasing body of evidence shows some occupations are exposed to asbestos more frequently than others. Between the years of 1940 and...