Pennsylvania Supreme Court Ruling Opens Door to Mesothelioma Claims Against Employers Beyond Statutory Limits In a major victory for asbestos victims and their families, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court recently issued a powerful 5-2 opinion affirming the right of workers suffering from long-latency occupational diseases—such as mesothelioma—to pursue legal action against their employers even after the […]
National Cancer Prevention Month 2025
National Cancer Prevention Month 2025 February is National Cancer Prevention Month. Cancer prevention is the action taken to lower the risk of getting cancer. There are multiple ways to reduce the risk of getting cancer including maintaining a healthy lifestyle, avoiding cancer causing substances, and taking medicines or vaccines that prevent cancer from developing. The […]
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month November serves as Lung Cancer Awareness Month, shining a light on the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Responsible for more fatalities than breast, prostate, and colorectal cancers combined, lung cancer impacts thousands of lives each year. The significance of raising awareness, fostering understanding of risk […]
Johnson & Johnson Proposes Settlement with Talc Supplier
Johnson & Johnson Proposes Settlement with Talc Supplier Johnson & Johnson is proposing a settlement with mining companies Cyprus Mines Corporation and Imerys Talc America. If approved, Johnson & Johnson would pay $225 million and then an additional $280 million before the end of 2025. Imerys Talc America was once a subsidiary of Cyprus Mines […]
Benzene and Lung Cancer Risk
Benzene and Lung Cancer Risk According to a study published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, being exposed to benzene during work heightened the odds of lung cancer development. Over the last several decades benzene has been regulated extensively. The result is exposure to benzene has declined to 1 ppm among […]
National Cancer Research Month 2024
National Cancer Research Month 2024 May is National Cancer Research Month. Cancer research is an important part of the cancer treatment process. Without it, we would not be as far as we are today in the treatment of different cancers. One cancer that is very hard to treat is mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is a cancer of […]
Common Questions About Mesothelioma
Common Questions About Mesothelioma Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that develops in the mesothelial cells, which form the protective lining around the lungs, abdomen, and heart. The disease is closely associated with asbestos exposure, as inhaling or ingesting asbestos fibers can lead to the development of cancerous cells over time. Causes and Risk Factors […]
Lung Cancer Awareness Month 2023
Lung Cancer Awareness Month 2023 November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. There are two main types of lung cancer: non-small cell and small cell lung cancer. Around 80 to 85 percent of lung cancers are non-small cell lung cancer. Non-small cell lung cancer can be broken down into three subtypes: adenocarcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and […]
Mesothelioma Awareness Day 2023
Mesothelioma Awareness Day 2023 Today is Mesothelioma Awareness Day. Mesothelioma is a rare cancer of the membrane that surrounds different organs including the lungs, abdomen, heart, and testicles. The main cause of mesothelioma is asbestos. Asbestos is a fibrous mineral used for its heat and fire-resistant properties. There are only around 3,000 new cases of […]
World Lung Cancer Day 2023
World Lung Cancer Day 2023 Today is World Lung Cancer Day. Lung cancer is one of the world’s most common cancers worldwide. There are more lives lost to lung cancer than breast, colon, and prostate cancers combined. There are two major types of lung cancer: small cell lung cancer and non-small cell lung cancer. Around […]