Mesothelioma

While Congress has regulated the use of asbestos, this material still gets used in many industries. However, it has been linked to mesothelioma, a disease that gets diagnosed about 3,000 times yearly. Workers in Cleveland, Ohio, can file a claim if they think their...

What does the COVID-19 vaccine have in common with cancer research? More than many of us may realize. Many vaccines like the COVID-19 vaccine make use of mRNA, a type of genetic material. This material essentially has a recipe, and, when put into our body, can...

Sharon Jennings finally got her day in court. Her claim was filed just before the pandemic struck, shutting down courtrooms across the country. After a long wait, a jury awarded her a $10,657,189 verdict against the company responsible for her husband’s tragic death....

Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that causes tumors on the lining of the lungs, heart and stomach. It makes up 0.3% of cancer cases, or 3,000 per year, but it can be the deadliest in Cleveland, Ohio, and nationwide. Symptoms Mesothelioma symptoms differ based on...

In the state of Ohio, mesothelioma is typically seen as an "adult" diagnosis. Mesothelioma diagnoses in children are practically unheard of. While it might be rare, it's not impossible. If your child experienced asbestos exposure, they might be at risk of developing...

There is no question that asbestos is a carcinogen. We know that this material can lead to cancer. What is often debated within the courtroom is responsibility. Who is responsible for the asbestos exposure that led to the cancer? Was it the company that made the...

September 26 may just be another day on the calendar, another day to go about one's business, but it also marks something special. It is a day dedicated to bringing awareness to mesothelioma and the devastating effects it has on those who suffer from it. Sadly,...

The once widespread use of asbestos has left generations at risk for developing a fatal cancer. Every year, around 3,000 people learn that they have this deadly disease called mesothelioma. This is not just a problem of the past, either. Degrading asbestos is a source...

As medical technology continues to grow and advance, researchers in Ohio and across the nation are constantly seeking out new ways to treat serious health conditions. Recent reports of a new type of cancer treatment that helps combat tumors could provide hope to those...