As some of you may already know, asbestos is a naturally occurring substance that is not only heat resistant but does not conduct electricity either. It’s because of these properties that it has been used as an insulation material across the nation in homes, schools, and factories for several decades.
Scientists identify the biomarkers of asbestos cancer
As some here in Illinois may already know, the link between cancer and asbestos is well documented. According to the American Cancer Society, it is believed that asbestos causes cancer when asbestos fibers are either breathed in or swallowed and get stuck in the small airways of the lungs. Constant irritation from these fibers can eventually cause mesothelioma or other types of lung cancer.
Discovering asbestos at work is never a good thing in any state
It’s a common fact that asbestos can cause cancer in human beings. It’s been a fact for so long that most people just assume that their employer has taken the necessary step toward making sure that your work environment is as safe as it can be. But as our Illinois readers will soon see from a case out of another state, this isn’t always the case and employees’ lives could be at risk.
Family of mechanic who died from mesothelioma awarded millions
Mesothelioma is not just a problem here in Illinois but in states across the nation as well. But because this particularly rare cancer can sometimes take years to develop, it's often not realized until later in life. By this time, it's difficult to pinpoint what caused the cancer in the first place. This means that some people and their loved ones never receive compensation for their injuries, even if this was due to someone else's negligence.
Researchers develop two drugs that help get rid of mesothelioma
If you are suffering from mesothelioma then you know how aggressive this form of cancer can be. According to WebMD, mesothelioma, if left untreated, a person can succumb to death within four months to a year after diagnosis. Unfortunately, because of its rarity and similar symptoms to other conditions and illnesses, many doctors often misdiagnose patients who have mesothelioma.
