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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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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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Do you know the reason why asbestos causes cancer?

Do you know the reason why asbestos causes cancer?

For almost 50 years, asbestos has been known to cause cancer. More specifically, it has been known to cause a very rare form of cancer, mesothelioma. While the link between asbestos exposure and mesothelioma has been largely undisputed, scientists have…

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Understanding the link between asbestos and mesothelioma

Understanding the link between asbestos and mesothelioma

Mesothelioma is a malignant tumor, a type of cancer that can originate in the lining of the lungs, abdomen or the heart. The only known cause of mesothelioma is exposure to asbestos. Asbestos is a toxic mineral that has in…

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The greatest asbestos risks in an old home

The greatest asbestos risks in an old home

Before the 1980s, asbestos was often used in home-building materials. These include things like asbestos tile and insulation. Since it was tough and fire-resistant, it seemed like a terrific material — until it became clear that it could lead to…

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Closed Carolina asbestos factory necessitates massive cleanup

Closed Carolina asbestos factory necessitates massive cleanup

Some businesses cause catastrophic environmental damage and then close their doors and file bankruptcy when their terrible business practices and the financial impact they’ve caused finally comes to light. That certainly seems to be the case for residents living on…

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Asbestos: A hazard you may find in your own home

Asbestos: A hazard you may find in your own home

Asbestos has been used for many industrial and construction purposes in the last several decades. While people know that it’s dangerous and can lead to health problems, asbestos is still being used in the United States today. Whenever you buy…

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Asbestos: A carcinogen with devastating consequences

Asbestos: A carcinogen with devastating consequences

Did you know that asbestos exposure, and the diseases that come with it being a carcinogen, leads to approximately 40,000 deaths in America each year? Every kind of asbestos can lead to cancers including mesothelioma, cancers of the ovaries and…

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Some workers from various industrial plants had asbestos exposure

Some workers from various industrial plants had asbestos exposure

Many large companies have historically used asbestos in a variety of products because of its availability and its low overall cost. Unfortunately, just because these companies are big businesses doesn’t mean that they are infallible. In fact, many of them…

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Popular children’s makeup recalled for asbestos contamination

Popular children’s makeup recalled for asbestos contamination

Asbestos recalls are somewhat common. If you closely follow product recalls or asbestos news, you may remember that in early 2018, the brand Justice recalled a number of products because of reports that laboratories found asbestos in some of them.…

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