Mesothelioma presents in pleural, peritoneal, and pericardial forms, with symptoms like coughing, fatigue, and chest pain complicating diagnosis due to overlap with other conditions. Asbestos exposure ...

Asbestos is a class of minerals that can be used to create durable materials that are heat-, fire- and chemical-resistant. Those properties made it popular in … ...

Mesothelioma in dogs is a rare condition that involves cancerous tumors. The condition is suspected to be caused by exposure to pesticides and asbestos. Generally, male dogs and older dogs suffer from ...

Malignant mesothelioma occurs most often in people who worked around asbestos — typically, decades earlier. Research has identified other causes too. Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers comprehensive ...

Malignant mesothelioma is a rare type of cancer that grows in the thin layer of tissue that covers the heart, lungs and other internal organs. This membrane, called mesothelium, protects organs by ...

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- The School District of Philadelphia says its making progress in dealing with asbestos that's forced the closing of several schools. Parents, students and teachers remain worried ...

You've probably seen an iteration of a commercial on TV: "Have you or a loved one suffered from mesothelioma as a result of asbestos exposure? You may be entitled to compensation." The reality is ...

For generations, exposure to asbestos was a silent, hidden danger for millions who served in the U.S. military. The toxic ...

Many older buildings in Florida still contain asbestos. This poses a risk to residents because Florida's climate continuously ...

Nobody likes to talk or think about cancer, but it’s a serious disease that we should all aim to understand a little better. Better understanding the signs and symptoms of cancer, as well as how to ...

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