Some of the largest cosmetics companies, such as Chanel, Revlon and L'Oreal, are discontinuing or reformulating many of their signature products. The goal of these changes is to remove talc from their products.
How are female mesothelioma victims treated differently?
Although most mesothelioma victims are male, women can contract the disease. But do these female victims receive the same level of care as their male counterparts? A new study says they might not.
When did people start using asbestos?
Many people associate asbestos with the modern age. Asbestos may trigger thoughts of mining, factories and construction. While these connections may not be wrong, they are also not the full picture.
Who needs to warn consumers about asbestos?
If you were to buy a machine that didn't contain asbestos but required other parts that did, who would need to warn you about that asbestos? If no one warned you, who would be liable for your exposure?
Three current studies on potential mesothelioma treatments
The best treatment for mesothelioma can depend on many factors. It might depend on someone’s health. It might also depend on the location of their cancer and how advanced their cancer is.
How do you prove a company exposed you to asbestos?
Asbestos is a known carcinogen and the only proven cause of mesothelioma. There’s no amount of asbestos exposure that’s known to be safe. However, it can take years for such exposure to lead to cancer. And though someone may be responsible for that exposure—and your cancer—how can you prove it years or decades later?
