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Cryotherapy promising for future mesothelioma

Cryotherapy promising for future mesothelioma

North Carolina residents may be interested to hear that a recent mesothelioma clinical trial reveals that cryotherapy may be a valuable addition to multidisciplinary treatments of pleural mesothelioma. A leading thoracic surgeon believes that the groundbreaking clinical trial is promising…

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Proposed legislation aims to protect children from asbestos

Proposed legislation aims to protect children from asbestos

The recent makeup recalls by several tween retailers has sparked concern over children’s safety. A U.S. Representative recently introduced a bill that aims to protect children from asbestos-containing products. The bill is called, “Children’s Product Warning Label Act of 2018”.…

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Johnson & Johnson discussed possible asbestos contamination

Johnson & Johnson discussed possible asbestos contamination

In the past few years, there has been a surge of lawsuits filed against Johnson & Johnson, a well-known and respected brand, for asbestos exposure and related cancers. Plaintiffs claim that due to contaminated baby powder products, they were at…

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Asbestos FAQ: What you need to know

Asbestos FAQ: What you need to know

For many years, the use of asbestos in the construction industry was quite common. In the past, this was used as both an insulating material and flame retardant. Over time, it was found that asbestos could cause serious health concerns,…

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Justice recalls asbestos-containing makeup after secondary test

Justice recalls asbestos-containing makeup after secondary test

Several previous North Carolina blog posts reported on allegations regarding makeup products from tween retailers, Claire’s and Justice. Both companies pulled their alleged asbestos-containing products from the shelves to ensure the safety of customers. According to Justice, initial tests showed…

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Were you harmed by exposure to Roundup

Were you harmed by exposure to Roundup

In the summer of 2018, the first of several hundred Roundup exposure lawsuits against Monsanto will go to trial, possibly setting the tone for the court and opening the door for many other victims to pursue justice against the bioengineering…

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Pursuing compensation for victims of mesothelioma

Pursuing compensation for victims of mesothelioma

Mesothelioma is an aggressive form of cancer that is caused by asbestos exposure. Many victims will live for decades without a disease diagnosis because they do not exhibit mesothelioma symptoms. By the time they are diagnosed with peritoneal or pleural…

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