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Even though the connection between asbestos and mesothelioma was made in the 1960s, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) did not start regulating asbestos until 1971. Yet, even in 2021, asbestos use is not completely banned in the United States. Although there are safety protocols to protect employees » Read More

In the textile industry, fibers are produced to create materials, such as yarn. These materials are then used to create a variety of products, including clothing, household products, and industrial products. In the 20th century, the employees in the textile industry often came in contact with asbestos. Asbestos is a natural fiber that is carcinogenic. » Read More

Even with the latest and best cancer treatments, mesothelioma tumor cells can remain unnoticed in the body. Mesothelioma survivors can live for several years in partial remission despite the presence of viable tumor activity. It is something doctors must monitor closely. For the patient, it means the disease is chronic but manageable. Although it is » Read More

An intrauterine device (IUD) is a form of female contraceptive. This type of birth control is inserted into a woman’s uterus by a gynecologist and stays in the body for a few years until needing to be replaced. The procedure is non-invasive and only takes a few minutes. It can be appealing to many women » Read More