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Why does asbestos exposure lead to cancer in some patients?

Why does asbestos exposure lead to cancer in some patients?

Asbestos exposure can lead to cancer in some patients. There is a direct link between exposure to these fibers and cancer of the mesothelium and other parts of the body, largely due to the scarring they cause. In 2018, a…

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Do I have symptoms of mesothelioma?

Do I have symptoms of mesothelioma?

As we age, it’s common to experience new sensations, aches, pains and less-than-perfect health. You may find that you suffer from colds and the flu more severely if you are over the age of 50, and you may find that…

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Managing mesothelioma symptoms through alternative treatments

Managing mesothelioma symptoms through alternative treatments

Being diagnosed with a disease such as mesothelioma will have a huge impact on your life. Not only will you have to deal with the physical symptoms of the disease, but you’ll also likely be worried about your future prognosis,…

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First treatment in 16 years approved for mesothelioma

First treatment in 16 years approved for mesothelioma

Individuals who are diagnosed with mesothelioma are often told quickly that their treatment options are limited. Recently, a new combination of drugs was approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration. This is the first approval in 16 years…

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What items might you find that have asbestos?

What items might you find that have asbestos?

Despite the common knowledge that asbestos is harmful and can lead to mesothelioma, it’s still found in many products that are used in this country. It’s imperative that everyone knows what products might contain it to stay safe. Ideally, individuals…

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Our Win for Asbestos Victims Can Make a Difference

Our Win for Asbestos Victims Can Make a Difference

Asbestos is a naturally-occurring mineral that dates back to 4000 B.C. During the Industrial Revolution, use grew in a variety of products, spurring on mining and manufacturing. Today, asbestos is responsible for serious illnesses, specifically mesothelioma. While consumers were told…

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How does mesothelioma impact your mental health?

How does mesothelioma impact your mental health?

Even though the use of asbestos has declined in the United States and businesses that still deal with it have put strict safety guidelines into place, there’s still a chance that people who currently or formerly worked around it will…

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Well-deserved recognition for our legal team

Well-deserved recognition for our legal team

Public Justice is an organization committed to combatting “social and economic injustice, protect the Earth’s sustainability, and challenge predatory corporate conduct and government abuses.” Every year, they select their Trial Lawyer of the Year Award to the attorney or legal…

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New treatment may be helpful for lung cancer patients

New treatment may be helpful for lung cancer patients

You went to your doctor after feeling unwell, you were sent to get multiple tests. You worried that you may have pneumonia or bronchitis, but you were in for a surprise. When you got the phone call that you needed…

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Signs that your loved one has mesothelioma

Signs that your loved one has mesothelioma

It’s natural to worry about the health of your loved ones, especially if they have been exhibiting concerning symptoms lately. If you are worried about the health of your loved one, it’s always a good idea to consider the risk…

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