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Depending on the kind of mesothelioma you have and whether it has progressed, treatment options may alleviate symptoms and extend the life expectancy. Surgery is one option that your physician may recommend to remove the cancerous tumors from the body. Physicians often find surgery, combined with other therapies, the most effective treatment plan. Unfortunately, while » Read More

Mesothelioma is an aggressive form of cancer that is caused by exposure to asbestos. In most cases, mesothelioma affects people who are 65 years of age or older who have experienced occupational asbestos exposure. However, while mesothelioma in children and young adults is extremely rare, with only a few hundred known cases worldwide, any diagnosis » Read More

In an effort to avoid numerous jury trials scheduled for 2024, Johnson & Johnson is making efforts to resolve numerous lawsuits claiming consumers were exposed to asbestos through the company’s talc-based baby powder. Asbestos has been linked to many forms of cancer, most notably mesothelioma, and reproductive cancers and conditions. The New Jersey-based company discontinued » Read More

Every industry exposes employees to workplace risks, but some are more dangerous than others. This is why certain people are more likely to end up with work-related illnesses like mesothelioma. Worksites that contain asbestos can cause employees to develop life-threatening diseases that do not show up until decades have passed. When asbestos is disturbed, microscopic » Read More