Mesothelioma

Exposure to asbestos is a serious health risk that can result in malignant mesothelioma.  Mesothelioma is a form of cancer known to be caused by working in an environment that contains carcinogens in the air from asbestos. People who work in factories, boiler rooms, construction sites, and even in the military, are often exposed to [...]

Being diagnosed with mesothelioma is a devastating moment as a cure remains elusive. New and emerging treatments are introduced in the hope of successfully fighting this deadly form of cancer. In their quest to “crack the code,” researchers and medical professionals are turning to a longtime therapy that shows promise in the ongoing battle. How [...]

While the quest continues towards a still elusive cure for mesothelioma, identifying effective treatments to minimize the effects of the deadly disease continues. Recent data from seven studies revealed promising results. In a published review, The International Journal of Molecular Sciences found that curcumin, commonly found in turmeric, has led to positive results as part [...]

Over a majority of the 20th century and well into the 21st, thousands of United States citizens have plied their trade as insulators, working in residences and commercial buildings. In 2018, 58,000 held jobs that involved installation, repair, or removal of insulation, according to the United States Bureau of Labor. Over time, awareness has grown [...]

Battling mesothelioma is an uphill climb where the odds do not favor those suffering from the serious, if not deadly, disease. While treatment options exist, many victims of this deadly cancer also take steps to improve their health through more natural methods. The Need For Nutrition May Present Dangers Living a healthier lifestyle by changing [...]

A majority of mesothelioma diagnoses take two forms. Pleural mesothelioma occurs between the chest and lungs. Peritoneal mesothelioma affects the exterior abdominal cavity. Both are deadly, with the cause being exposure to asbestos, specifically inhaling the fibers. Continuing research has resulted in medical advances that prolong the lives of victims of both types of this [...]

Once considered a “male-centric” disease, mesothelioma caused by asbestos exposure no longer discriminates by gender. Men primarily working in blue-collar occupational positions were the first to be diagnosed and do compose a vast majority of victims. Naturally, medical studies and potential treatment options centered around them. As time goes on with more than 3,000 new [...]