Mesothelioma is an aggressive form of rare cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. When asbestos is inhaled or ingested, fibers become trapped deep in the body’s tissues and accumulate over time, which can cause scarring, inflammation, cell damage, and cancer. Though all forms of asbestos can cause mesothelioma, not all of those who are exposed » Read More
Despite all that is currently known about the link between asbestos exposure and cancer, cases of mesothelioma have continued to increase worldwide over the past 30 years. According to a recent study published in Critical Reviews in Oncology and Hematology, there were approximately 34,000 cases of mesothelioma and 29,000 deaths from the disease in 2019. » Read More