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Discovery in mesothelioma research may increase patient survival rate

November 22, 2024

A promising medical discovery in mesothelioma research increases the survival rate of patients suffering from the deadly occupational cancer.

Closing the door on asbestos usage loopholes

Miguel Leyva

November 24, 2021

Many industries once used asbestos in a wide range of products, from insulation to fire retardants. It is now understood that exposure to this dangerous mineral can lead to fatal diseases, such as mesothelioma and lung cancer.

Asbestos safety measures for construction workers

September 27, 2021

Each year, members of the cancer community recognize Mesothelioma Awareness Day (MAD) by spreading awareness about the disease. Mesothelioma is a preventable type of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. Today, laws prohibit new uses of asbestos in the U.S, but construction workers continue to be at risk of exposure from old uses of the mineral.

What are you breathing on the job? Watch out for these occupational respiratory health and safety hazards

October 29, 2020

Across the globe it’s estimated that 1 in 10 people will become sick due to respiratory hazards encountered in the workplace annually, according to The American Journal of Respiratory Care and Medicine.

What you need to know about asbestos

Mesothelioma Awareness Day highlights importance of asbestos prevention in the workplace

September 23, 2020

Mesothelioma Awareness Day is on September 26, and is a day to recognize the importance of asbestos prevention in the workplace.

Asbestos ban sought by mesothelioma activists

September 25, 2018

More than 95,000 signatures will be on a petition delivered to Congress tomorrow, urging the EPA to “Ban Asbestos in the U.S. Now, Without Loopholes or Exemptions.” That delivery is timed for Mesothelioma Awareness Day, an effort to bring attention to mesothelioma, a lung disease caused by exposure to asbestos and the inhalation of asbestos particles.

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Mistrial declared in high-stakes Johnson & Johnson talc-cancer case

Myron Levin

September 25, 2018

A mistrial was declared today after a California state court jury deadlocked on whether Johnson & Johnson was responsible for the asbestos-related cancer of a woman who blamed her illness on longtime use of contaminated baby powder. Soon after starting a sixth day of deliberations, jurors in Los Angeles Superior Court told Judge Margaret L. Oldendorf that they were at an impasse, with eight of 12 favoring an award of damages to the plaintiff, Carolyn Weirick.

Medical clinic knowingly exposes workers to asbestos

January 26, 2017

A Monroe, Wisconsin medical clinic failed to inform maintenance workers that they were being sent into areas containing asbestos – which the company had known about since 2008. The company also failed to provide the workers with equipment which could have protected them from asbestos hazards.

Asbestos in the United States

Will it ever be banned?

Jackie Clark

January 19, 2017

Asbestos is a long, thin, fibrous mineral made of up of microscopic crystals. There are six different types that are split up into two different groups: serpentine or amphibole. Serpentine asbestos is classified by its layered structure and curly fibers. One particular type of serpentine asbestos – chrysotile – is most commonly found in building materials throughout the United States.

Asbestos transparency bill could slow comp for victims

U.S. Chamber: It will deter fraudulent claims

February 6, 2015

A measure currently being considered by lawmakers is coming under fire by occupational safety advocates who say that it would delay compensation for people suffering from mesothelioma and require victims to disclose personal information – such as social security numbers – thus making them vulnerable to identify theft.