Malignant pleural mesothelioma is the most typical form of mesothelioma, which is a cancer affecting the mesothelium. Only around 3k total mesothelioma cases are reported a year in the US and the pleural form accounts for three quarters of it. It has effects on the pleura, which is the lining that protects the lungs. The [...]
Mail this post A group of fibrous minerals, referred to as asbestos, are used widely because of their durability, heat and fire-resistance and strength. Though still used in many ways, asbestos fibers have been found to cause serious illnesses including a rare and deadly cancer known as mesothelioma.
How Asbestos Causes Health Problems
The microscopic fibers of which asbestos is [...]
Mail this post Naturally occurring and mined in open pits, asbestos, although very useful, is a serious health hazard if you breathe it in. Because of this, it is a good idea to take precautions when you encounter asbestos in your home or business, including asbestos removal. Historically, people working unprotected with asbestos are at the highest [...]
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