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A recent study conducted by the University of California San Diego raises new questions about the efficacy of current asbestos remediation methods. The study tested the idea that asbestos piles buried underground remained in place once covered with soil. Capping asbestos waste with soil is the preferred method of disposal aimed at preventing exposure to » Read More

There are exciting new developments in the field of mesothelioma care. New trials and standards are being developed to help make caring for mesothelioma patients even more effective and comprehensive than ever. The new drug that has caused this advancement is known as Bevacizumab, with the brand name of Avastin. Avastin has been lauded by » Read More

Mesothelioma is an aggressive cancer that affects thousands of people every year who have been exposed to asbestos. Common exposure sites include factories, construction zones, homes, and schools, to name a few. The disease often affects the elderly as it takes between 20 and 50 years for symptoms to surface; thus, diagnosis usually occurs after » Read More

In Honolulu, Hawaii, individuals recently displaced from their homes due to recent flooding will have to wait two more months to return. This is due to the risk of exposure to asbestos, which broke from safe containment due to the flood. Due to the scope of the damage and the need to ensure that the » Read More