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National Mesothelioma Day will be commemorated on September 26, 2015. The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) is preparing to introduce a new social media campaign this year, which will highlight 12 stories of mesothelioma victims and their families. ADOA combines advocacy, education and community to help support and improve the lives of victims of this » Read More

Mesothelioma is a type of cancer found in the outer lining of the lungs most commonly diagnosed in people exposed to asbestos. New research shows that some individuals with even minimal asbestos exposure can have a considerably higher chance of developing mesothelioma because they inherited a specific gene mutation. University of Hawaii cancer researchers understand » Read More

A mesothelioma diagnosis is devastating. Along with coping with the emotional aspects, mesothelioma victims have to evaluate their treatment options and manage their health care while dealing with treatment side effects. Another important consideration for mesothelioma victims and their families is the financial toll the disease takes on the family finances and how to regain » Read More

The dangers of asbestos-related illnesses are known to many. Over the past few decades, precautions have been used when dealing with the removal of the material and employers need to follow specific guidelines when it comes to handling asbestos.   In a 2012 lawsuit in California, it was determined by a lower court that a » Read More