
The Mesothelioma Center Blog – Page 98
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International ImpactEven with all the scientific evidence linking asbestos to a variety of serious health risks, many countries are still in the asbestos business. The cheapness of the material, its indestructibility,…
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Veterans & Military
Organizations that can help veterans get support if they have an Asbestos Related Disease
There are many organizations that help veterans in various ways worldwide. Most organizations are notable for their health benefits and social clubs they provide for their veteran communities. Veterans…December 5, 2011 -
Awareness & Research
5 Common Asbestos-Containing Products You Will Use This Holiday Season
The holidays bring a lot of joy and festivity, but there are some dangers to be aware of when bringing out old household products for the chilly holiday season. We've all heard about hazards like Christmas…December 2, 2011 -
Legislation & Litigation
8 Government Agencies That Deal With Asbestos
Several government agencies provide unique services and duties to the American public. Some are more involved than others when it comes to regulating asbestos. While the Environmental Protection…December 2, 2011 -
Health & Wellness
New Wave of Asbestos-Sufferers on the Rise
There is a tendency to believe that asbestos issues are behind us. With the rules, regulations and bans in place regulating its use, there is no way we would have to worry about a new outbreak of asbestos-related…December 1, 2011 -
Legislation & Litigation
Not All Asbestos Lawsuit Settlements Are Private
Many asbestos lawsuits settle out of court. This is a fact of the asbestos litigation business. Like court awards, settlement amounts differ from case to case. Some are better than others. Unlike…November 28, 2011 -
Cancer & Caregiving
Interview: Lorraine Sommerfeld Talks about Her Father, Canada and Asbestosis
Lorraine is a journalist for the Toronto Star, and the Hamilton Spectator. She was kind enough to share her father's story and experiences about his exposure to asbestos. His asbestos exposure led…November 23, 2011 -
Stories from Survivors
Jo D. | Survivor Insight Series
We would like to thank Jo D. for sharing her experiences with us. The support within the community continues to grow with these first-hand perspectives. We are withholding her last name over privacy…November 16, 2011 -
Health & Wellness
Video: Breathing Exercises for Lung Cancer Patients
Jean Di Carlo-Wagner is a cancer survivor and certified yoga instructor. Jean created this instructional video specifically for lung cancer patients. She shows us how diaphragmatic breathing exercises…November 15, 2011 -
Awareness & Research
Minimizing Asbestos Exposure in the Workplace
The terms chrysotile, crocidolite, amosite, anthophyllite, tremolite or actonolite aren't exactly commonplace. However, their more common name, asbestos, is all too familiar to many. Asbestos…Guest AuthorNovember 10, 2011