Over the years, asbestos was used in construction materials for insulation and as a fire retardant due to its fiber strength and heat resistance. However, employees in the construction industry and others that used asbestos were exposed to its fibers through inhaling...
Mesothelioma
Researchers find a promising combination for mesothelioma care
People who work with asbestos or who have environmental exposure to this mineral substance could potentially develop deadly forms of cancer. There has been research connecting lung cancer to asbestos exposure, as well as mesothelioma, which is a form of cancer that...
Is there a time limit for filing mesothelioma claims in Ohio?
Not many things are as devastating as being diagnosed with a terminal condition. If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you may be eligible for financial restitution through a mesothelioma lawsuit. However, mesothelioma claims tend to be very...
Talk to Your Doctor if You Work in High-Risk Asbestos Industries
Asbestos was common in many industries until the discovery of health issues. The US has been regulating asbestos in Cleveland, Ohio, and nationwide since the 1980s. Particular industries still deal with old asbestos products and structures. Workers may get...
What should I know about federal benefits and mesothelioma?
The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently expanded the Compassionate Allowances program to include Pericardial Mesothelioma. The agency added Desmoplastic Mesothelioma and Peritoneal Mesothelioma a few months ago in addition to the already covered Pleural...
What to know about mesothelioma claims
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...
Vaccines, cancer treatment and mesothelioma: What should I know?
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...
Asbestos exposure remains top risk factor for mesothelioma
A rare but very serious cancer called mesothelioma most often strikes people with a history of asbestos exposure. Asbestos is a mineral that was used throughout the 20th century to make fire-resistant materials for industry and construction. Workers handling asbestos...
Mesothelioma symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
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...
What to know about mesothelioma in children
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...