Gene study uncovers ‘spectrum of mutations’ in mesothelioma
A genomic analysis of over 200 mesothelioma tumors uncovers previously unknown mutations – some of which arise in other cancers and may be treatable with existing drugs.
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Death caused by exposure to asbestos
AN ELDERLY Andover woman died of cancer after she had been exposed to asbestos at work, an inquest has heard. Coroner Grahame Short recorded death due to industrial disease during the inquest of 82-year-old Margaret Wilson, who died of malignant mesoth…
Asbestos Worker Outrage In Response To BC Supreme Court Ruling
A BC Supreme Court ruling rejects health and safety claims regarding regulations that were “too complicated” for asbestos workers to follow.
New genetic insights into mesothelioma
In a comprehensive genomic analysis using more than 200 mesothelioma tumors, investigators have found previously unknown genetic alterations, including some that may be clinically actionable, as well as others that may improve diagnostics, screening an…
AstraZeneca cancer drug fails in mesothelioma trial
AstraZeneca said a closely watched experimental cancer drug failed in a clinical trial when used on its own to treat mesothelioma, a rare lung and abdominal cancer, but it remained confident the drug had a role to play in combination treatments. Tremel…
Veterans to receive mesothelioma payouts after Royal British Legion campaign
Around 60 veterans suffering from asbestos-related cancer will be given A 140,000 lump sum compensation payouts after ministers bowed to pressure from the Royal British Legion, it is understood. The former military personnel who contracted mesothelioma…
Johnny Lattner: Heisman Winner and Steeler Dies of Mesothelioma
Former Pittsburgh Steeler Johnny Lattner has died of mesothelioma linked to asbestos exposures in the U.S. Air Force and various summer jobs in college.
The use of asbestos to create picture perfect snow
In 2015, we’re well aware of the dangers associated with asbestos, a naturally occurring fibrous mineral. Decades ago, the mineral was used in cigarettes, insulation and roofing due to its flame-resistant capabilities, but it also had more commercial uses. The light, white and fluffy nature of the fibers made it perfect for creating artificial snow. Prior more
Uncovering the Facts About Asbestos Exposure
There was a time when asbestos was seemingly in everything. Among other things, it was used in building materials such as pipe covering, cements, gaskets, pumps, clothing, gloves, and shipbuilding materials. This was due to its durability and high resistance to heat and corrosion as well as the fact it could be so easily processed. more
Uncovering the Facts About Asbestos Exposure
There was a time when asbestos was seemingly in everything. Among other things, it was used in building materials such as pipe covering, cements, gaskets, pumps, clothing, gloves, and shipbuilding materials. This was due to its durability and high resistance to heat and corrosion as well as the fact it could be so easily processed. more
ADAMS v. TIG
Marcia ADAMS, Rich Clay, Donald Stewart, Bob Wheelis, Romeo Fulz, Charles VanHessen, Harlie Warren, Dorvin Bever, Thomas Hedrick, Ronald Thacker, Patrick O’Neal, William Eoff, Lawrence Belcher, Donovan Lathrop, Doug Martin, Russell Wolland, David Colli…
Mesothelioma support by MP
Congratulations, you’re now registered! Let us know what news and updates you want to hear about and we’ll send them straight to your inbox. SNP spokesperson on Armed Forces and Veterans, Kirsten Oswald MP, has handed in a letter to Number 10 Downing S…
EPA Is Close to Finishing Libby Asbestos Cleanup
Learn how the EPA is close to completing its 17-year project to remove deadly asbestos from the Superfund site in Libby, Montana.
California Court Of Appeal Bends Over Backwards To Uphold Substantial Punitive Award In Asbestos Case
The Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment requires procedural fairness in state trials, but that principle seems absent from a recent California Court of Appeal decision upholding a judgment against Kaiser Gypsum Company for almost $1.6 millio…
Bromsgrove woman seeks clues to asbestos exposure
A BROMSGROVE woman who has been diagnosed with the asbestos-related strain of terminal cancer, mesothelioma, is appealing for former work colleagues to help her work out where she might have been exposed to the substance. 71-year-old Christine Davenpor…