Mesothelioma Statistics in the U.S.
Around 3,000 people are diagnosed with mesothelioma in the U.S. each year.
Asbestos & Mesothelioma
Austin Fire Fighters Exposed to Asbestos After Warehouse Call
Fire fighters sent for X-rays after exposure to asbestos during building fire.
FDA Approves Mesothelioma Treatment that Improves Patient Outcomes
Federal agency okays new line of treatment of asbestos-related cancer.
Asbestos Ban Faces Unexpected Gridlock in Congress
Republicans say their left-leaning counterparts inserted a provision “written by trial lawyers.”
Hillary Clinton Allegedly Used Secret Service Detail to Dodge Rep. Gabbard’s Lawsuit
An attorney for Gabbard suggested that Clinton may have used Secret Service agents to avoid being served notice of the suit.
Elementary School Pays Fine for Mold, Asbestos in Kindergarten Wing
An elementary school will pay a substantial fine for exposing its kindergarteners to mold and asbestos.
Asbestos Continues to be an Issue in Philly Schools
Asbestos Continues to be an Issue in Philly Schools
Demoing Old New York Library Raises Asbestos Concerns
Demoing Old New York Library Raises Asbestos Concerns
Asbestos Continues to be a National Threat
Asbestos. The mere mention of the word brings thoughts of “miners, millers & manufacturers or insulators and shipbuilders,” working during a time where there were limited protections. It brings to mind old homes and commercial structures built long ago. But, the worst thing it brings to mind is likely a horrible disease called mesothelioma. Wait! Wasn’t asbestos done away with? Aren’t there regulations in place banning this known carcinogen? Yes, and no. Sadly, mostly no.
Spinal Injections are Being Used in Place of Oral Opioids
Spinal Injections are Being Used in Place of Oral Opioids