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Victims of asbestos-related illnesses still suffering in Montana

Victims of asbestos-related illnesses still suffering in Montana

People in and around North Carolina should be aware by now that asbestos is a toxic and potentially lethal substance. Once it is inhaled or ingested, it can do catastrophic damage to a person’s lungs that may not even show…

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Combination of treatments shows positive results for mesothelioma

Combination of treatments shows positive results for mesothelioma

Being diagnosed with mesothelioma can be devastating. It is caused by exposure to asbestos and may go undetected for decades. People who have this rare form of cancer often learn that the disease is slow to develop but can be…

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Plumbing and heating company owner accused of asbestos violations

Plumbing and heating company owner accused of asbestos violations

There are certain dustries in which workers should be well-versed in how to safely handle and dispose of asbestos. These employees are generally in construction, plumbing or transportation industries and often work with materials that were made using asbestos. Therefore,…

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Scientists may have found new test for pleural mesothelioma

Scientists may have found new test for pleural mesothelioma

One of the most difficult aspects of treating patients with mesothelioma and other forms of lung cancer that doctors face is obtaining an accurate picture of the severity of the disease. Traditionally, doctors will look at patients’ lymph nodes to…

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Construction waste removal puts people at risk for mesothelioma

Construction waste removal puts people at risk for mesothelioma

When asbestos has been identified in certain materials, it is imperative that these materials be disposed of properly and safely. They cannot simply be tossed in the garbage with other refuse. This is because asbestos is toxic and presents a…

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Workers file suit against steelworks plant for asbestos exposure

Workers file suit against steelworks plant for asbestos exposure

One of the most upsetting aspects of an asbestos-related disease can be the length of time it can take for symptoms to show up. A person can be healthy for decades after exposure and then suddenly start feeling the shortness…

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Home construction project uncovers massive asbestos problem

Home construction project uncovers massive asbestos problem

The dangers of asbestos are often lurking in areas all over buildings and homes constructed before the 1980s, when asbestos was used in everything from roofing to insulation to floor tiles. Many of these areas of a home go untouched…

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New tool developed to tackle asbestos in pipes more safely

New tool developed to tackle asbestos in pipes more safely

One of the most dangerous products in construction is also one of the most common in households and office buildings across the country. That product is asbestos and it is very possible that a person has come into contact with…

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Mesothelioma victim takes legal action against 12 parties

Mesothelioma victim takes legal action against 12 parties

Imagine going to the doctor for what may be some minor health complications and learning that you have mesothelioma, an aggressive and devastating form of cancer. You may ask if there was something that caused the disease or if anything…

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Mesothelioma victim names 59 defendants in asbestos lawsuit

Mesothelioma victim names 59 defendants in asbestos lawsuit

There are many threats and dangers that people who served in the military came up against. Whether they served on land, in the sea or in the skies, military veterans often experienced terrifying and hazardous situations during their time. But…

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