Getting diagnosed with mesothelioma, a rare form of cancer caused by asbestos, can come as a surprise to many. Because symptoms can take 20-50 years…
Category: Asbestos Lung Cancer
What Is Asbestos Poisoning? Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Asbestos poisoning can refer to many illnesses that are caused by exposure to asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral that was used in over 3,000 products…
The Silent Threat: 5 Unexpected Items Containing Asbestos in Your Home
For decades, asbestos was used in everything from toothpaste to cigarette filters and even the fake snow in The Wizard of Oz. Many manufacturers of…
Anniversary of U.S. Asbestos Ban: Lifted by Courts 2 Years Later
Asbestos is a flameproof but highly dangerous material. It was used for decades in many military and domestic items, from battleships to children's pajamas. It…
