We Know Mesothelioma
Before people understood the health issues that asbestos caused – the main one being that it can lead to an aggressive type of cancer known as mesothelioma – it was used in a lot of different products. It’s a very good insulator, for instance, because it is resistant...
The risk of developing mesothelioma is a looming concern for individuals exposed to asbestos. Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive form of cancer that primarily affects the lining of organs like the lungs, abdomen or heart. What many people don't realize is that...
Being diagnosed with mesothelioma can be a daunting experience. Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer primarily caused by asbestos exposure. It affects the thin tissue layers covering most of the internal organs. Although treatments can vary depending on the...
Mesothelioma is a very frightening form of cancer. It has a lower five-year survival rate than many other cancers and doesn't often respond well to many treatments. It also takes decades to develop. Mesothelioma has a very strong relationship with asbestos exposure....
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer caused by asbestos. It is often referred to as a medical issue that impacts a person’s lungs. Some of the symptoms can include things like chest pain or trouble breathing. It is true that mesothelioma can develop this way, but it is...
Asbestos has been widely used in products for decades. It is inexpensive and fire-resistant, and the fibers are incredibly strong. However, it is also dangerous and can cause mesothelioma. Despite these risks, companies used asbestos in various materials, contributing...
You know mesothelioma is a rare (but aggressive) cancer that develops in the mesothelium, which is an internal tissue lining the chest cavity, abdomen and heart. You probably also know that scientists and medical researchers continue searching for a way to cure...
If you look at the statistics regarding who has mesothelioma, it’s clear that this is a disease that develops more often in older people. Many of them are elderly, retired or at least adults who are beyond middle age. This isn’t a disease that often impacts younger...
Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that affects the lining that covers the outer surface of the lungs, heart, stomach and other organs. Pleural mesothelioma, which develops on the lining that covers the lungs and chest, is the most common type of mesothelioma....
Being diagnosed with mesothelioma, a type of cancer predominantly caused by asbestos exposure, can be overwhelming. The physical, emotional, and financial toll it takes on a person and their whole family is substantial. However, mesothelioma patients are not alone in...