What Are Some Alternatives to Asbestos? Asbestos was an extremely common and popular material that was used throughout most of the twentieth century. It was, and still is, an abundant, naturally occurring substance that can be mined in mass quantities. Because of its abundancy, it is in-expensive, which allows for it to be used in a […]
Mesothelioma Incidence Rates Around the World
Mesothelioma Incidence Rates Around the World Thousands of people each year are diagnosed with and die from asbestos related diseases such as mesothelioma in the United States each year. But how does that compare to the rest of the world? Even though asbestos is still legal in the United States, the United States’ incidence rate […]
Where You Might Have Been Exposed to Asbestos
Where You Might Have Been Exposed to Asbestos Asbestos was an extremely common ingredient in building materials and other products for the better half of a century. As a result, this dangerous naturally-occurring substance can be found in homes, workplaces, as well as other buildings. Unfortunately, a lot of exposure happened in the workplace. The […]
The Difference Between Asbestosis and Mesothelioma
The Difference Between Asbestosis and Mesothelioma While it is true that asbestos is the main cause of mesothelioma and asbestosis, the two illnesses are vastly different, despite their route cause being the same. These differences range from signs, and symptoms, to prognosis, and treatment. The main difference between asbestosis and mesothelioma is that mesothelioma is […]
Expectations For My Mesothelioma Lawsuit
Expectations For My Mesothelioma Lawsuit Asbestos was a popular building material up until the late 1970s, before the majority of the public was made aware of its dangers. Properties of asbestos like sound absorption and fire resistance made it the default choice for roofing in many homes. The fact is that asbestos is a toxic […]
The Importance of Clinical Trials – Especially for Mesothelioma Victims
The Importance of Clinical Trials – Especially for Mesothelioma Victims A rare and aggressive malignancy, mesothelioma, is cancer affecting the lining that surrounds various organs and cavities within the body. Mesothelioma gets its name from this lining, which is called the mesothelium. Mesothelioma is a cancer that is strictly caused by asbestos exposure. Victims are typically only given […]
Obama signs the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act
Obama signs the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act On June 22, 2016, President Obama signed into law a long awaited bill that places stronger regulations on chemicals. This new law is called the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act. Under this new law, asbestos, the known carcinogen […]
What To Expect In Your Mesothelioma Lawsuit
What To Expect In Your Mesothelioma Lawsuit If you’ve been recently diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related illness, you should consider contacting a mesothelioma law firm today. Mesothelioma, a rare form of cancer caused by asbestos exposure, has no known cure. The only recompense that many people living with this disease have is to file […]
Scientists Focus on Enzymes and Proteins to Develop New Treatments
Scientists Focus on Enzymes and Proteins to Develop New Treatments Scientists are continually exploring new opportunities for drugs to combat mesothelioma and recently, scientists have zeroed in on a particular enzyme that is said to be “overexpressed” in pleural mesothelioma. This enzyme, known as orotate phosphoribosyl transferase (OPRT) is believed to curb the development and […]
Medical Marijuana: A New Treatment for Mesothelioma?
Medical Marijuana: A New Treatment for Mesothelioma? Earlier this month, Ohio legislators approved a bill that would allow patients with malignant mesothelioma to buy and use marijuana for medical purposes – legally. The bill will now move on to the governor, and if that is signed, Ohio will become the 25th state to legalize some form […]