People often ask, “Is there a test for asbestos exposure?” The answer is no. When it comes to asbestos exposure, there isn’t a routine test available to test for related health conditions; however, there are several screening tools that can help your doctor pinpoint whether you are at risk. Here we will answer some of [...]
Asbestos is an incredibly common household hazard, and one of the most famous ones out there along with lead-based paint. It is a known carcinogen and has been linked to ailments like mesothelioma, and lung, ovarian, and gastrointestinal cancers.Asbestos can even be dangerous in small doses, and secondary exposure is often just as dangerous as [...]
Mesothelioma is known for its aggressive spread to the rest of the body. While it usually starts on one side of the lung, cancer cells do make its way to the other side of the lung. Here is a closer look at that process. Mesothelioma Metastasis Metastasis refers to the spread of cancer cells from [...]
Chrysotile is a form of asbestos that is known to cause cancer, yet it is still used in products today. Asbestos first became popular in manufacturing in the 1800s and peaked in the mid-1900s as its many uses became known. Though its impact on the community became apparent as soon as 1964 with the first [...]
Mesothelioma is a rare and incurable form of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. As it’s a slow-spreading cancer, it is usually discovered at the later stages, and by then it would already have metastasized to some extent.This makes complete removal of the tumor impossible or unfeasible, which is why other forms of treatment are [...]
Mesothelioma is a well-known disease for many, and is often times associated with work in an industrial setting. As more and more studies are being done about how this disease impacts a person’s health, more legal cases for damages and medical care are beginning to surface. This danger of illness is well-known, and often expected [...]
Mesothelioma is a horrible disease to have to battle, and even worse to battle alone. For many that were exposed to asbestos, or who have had a history of working in hazardous situations, Mesothelioma has become one of the biggest fears for a family member to deal with. If you or someone you love is [...]
Mesothelioma is a rare but serious cancer that is linked directly to asbestos exposure. This deadly cancer affects the lining of the lungs and abdomen, and while there is currently no cure, there are a few treatments that have shown promising results. This guide will walk you through the current options available for mesothelioma.Understanding Treatment [...]
Smoking has long been associated with an increased risk of lung cancer; however, there are questions as to whether it also has an effect on those exposed to asbestos and whether it contributes to an increased risk of mesothelioma. The links between smoking, asbestos exposure and mesothelioma risk have undergone considerable research, and the results [...]
Mesothelioma awareness week is upon us again, and after 11 years, you can't help but feel a combination of pride on how far the movement has come in spreading information about this terrible disease, but also how far we still have to go. Mesothelioma is an especially deadly form of cancer, which is made all [...]