42 articles on "asbestos"

Mesothelioma Victims\' Compensation Plan Seriously Inadequate

Earlier this year the US Senate considered a bill to set up a special fund to compensate the sufferers of illnesses resulting from exposure to asbestos. Materials containing asbestos were used extensively in building and construction from the beginni...

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Mesothelioma: An Aggressive and Rare Cancer

Mesothelioma: An Aggressive and Rare Cancer Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that primarily affects the protective lining of the lungs, abdomen, heart, and other organs. This aggressive and rare disease is primarily caused by exposure to asbestos, a...

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