Articles in Home | Cancer | Lung-mesothelioma-asbestos Title|Newest|Oldest Study Finds Increased Mesothelioma Death Rates In A Group Of Shipyard Workers  By : Sam Gurgis A recent study conducted on workers in a US Coast Guard shipyard has found a significantly greater mortality rate associated with lung cancer and mesothelioma compared to the general population. The study also found an increased general mortality rate. The study followed 4702 (4413 men and 289 women) civilian workers who were employed at the shipyard between January 1950 and December 1964. The study then measured the number of deaths and their causes through 31 December 20... Necessary steps for lung cancer prevention  By : Darren Dunner Research continues to show that the most common cause for lung cancer is the use of tobacco. Lung cancer typically develops over a long period of time. The first pre-cancerous changes that form in the lungs mutate and produce chemicals that result in the formation of new blood vessels. Asbestos – Related Diseases  By : Asbestos is a family of crystalline hydrated silicates that form fibers. Based on epidemiologic studies, occupational exposure to asbestos is linked to Pulmonary Fibrosis A Deadly Scarring  By : Tom Nelson Pulmonary Fibrosis, which affects the lungs, is a relatively unknown form of lung disease in terms of causes, diagnoses and remedies. But, as with all kinds of lung ailments, it’s important to know what pulmonary fibrosis is and the symptoms that come with it. What is Pulmonary Fibrosis In laymen’s terms, pulmonary fibrosis occurs when the lung itself begins to scar. The vital air sacs that are located inside the lungs themselves are replaced by fibrotic tissue. Because o... Early Detection For Lung Cancer  By : Ethan Miller A recent in the US is offering hope for testing for lung cancer. US scientists have now developed and already tested a prototype breath test to detect lung cancer. This may enable doctors to detect lung cancer at earlier stages. The results of the US study test was published in the international journal of respiratory medicine Thorax. In the tests, the colour testing device, which is the size of a coin and is surprisingly inexpensive, had a 75 per cent success rate i... Mesothelioma Attorneys-Specialists Fighting For Your Rights  By : APP Managers Any patient with malignant mesothelioma faces a series of medical and legal issues. Mesothelioma attorneys are skilled and trained as to the best ways to receive fair and just compensation for victims that have been unjustly exposed to asbestos. Asbestos: The Silent Killer  By : Ralph Caruzzo The use of asbestos is not as common today as it used to be, yet there has been an increase in the number of cases affected by asbestos exposure. The reason for this is that asbestos related diseases have a long dormancy period and the fibers causing the problem take as long as 20 to 30 years to reveal themselves. The symptoms then suddenly develop like an onslaught once the dormant period is over. The other issue is that many of these symptoms are common to other diseases as well, making it difficult to identify the real cause. What Is Mesothelioma? The Answers You Need  By : James Wills Mesothelioma is a highly-aggressive type of cancer that develops in the tissue that lines and protects the lungs, stomach, heart and other organs. That protective tissue lining is called the mesothelium, hence the medical term for this type of cancer - Mesothelioma. The vast majority of the time, Mesothelioma develops as a result of an individual having been exposed to asbestos. Most of the people who are diagnosed with Mesothelioma have inhaled it or were exposed to asbe... 6 Ways To Cure Bronchitis  By : Ron Shelf It’s bad enough to suffer from cough but why phlegm also? The combination of cough and phlegm is called bronchitis, which is an inflammation of the airways leading to lungs. The cause for the Bronchitis is usually an infection made by allergies or chemical irritations, such as pollution and cigarettes. If you want to get rid of the bronchitis and breathe normally you need to take care of yourself: Drink a lot of water, rest in bed, and use inhalator when needed. W... The Signs And Symptoms Of Laryngitis  By : Janie Jonah What is Laryngitis? The larynx houses your vocal chords which are which mucous membrane folds that cover cartilage and muscle. All of this forms the entrance to your wind pipe. If any infection or irritation occurs the larynx (voice box) becomes inflamed. This is referred as Laryngitis. With the inflammation and irritation that laryngitis causes, the swelling of the vocal chords that occurs from the inflammation or irritation causes the sound to distort as the air passes over... Mesothelioma Can Lie Dormant For Many Years  By : Jeff Foster Mesothelioma is a relatively rare cancer that affects the lining around the heart, lungs and abdominal cavities which is called the mesothelium. Mesothelioma is primarily caused by chronic exposure to asbestos or asbestos-related products. When asbestos fibers enter the body, by either breathing in the tiny asbestos fibers or by swallowing them, they can cause healthy cells to mutate into cancer. There is currently no known cure for malignant mesothelioma. Mesothelio... What Is Asbestos?  By : Robert Michael What is Asbestos? According to the Asbestos Network, asbestos actually refers to several naturally occurring minerals. These minerals have been used in commercial products to increase strength and flexibility. The Asbestos Network claims that these minerals are a mix of metals, silicon, oxygen, and hydrogen. Asbestos, like coal or gold is mined. Some of the countries that mine asbestos include the United Sates, Canada, South America and the former Soviet Union. Types of... Protect Your Children From Lung Cancer  By : Ray Stone In 2004 the UK alone had 153, 397 deaths caused by cancer alone. Every year around 38,000 cases of lung cancer are diagnosed in the UK alone.The total population in the UK around that time was estimated at 60.2 million people. A closer look will reveal the true extent of the disease that is slowly being tackled by research. Cancer cases are increasing by 1% per year. Cancer mainly effects people in later life, but is also seen to develop in children and adolescents. More than... The Dangers From Asbestos  By : Joseph Amainte Asbestos is a very dangerous substance to inhale. That’s why many companies hire professionals to remove asbestos from their workplace. Asbestos is so dangerous because the fibers that form asbestos can cause cancers such as mesothelioma, as well as other diseases. The danger in asbestos is when the material breaks down or open and the fibers become airborne. Unfortunately, dangerous exposure the asbestos can occur when even just a trace amount of fibers for a minute amount of time is present in the environment. Even then, the symptoms of trouble might not show for up to 40 years. Lung Cancer: Basic Facts  By : Barney Garcia We all have heard of lung cancer but how many of us are well aware of its symptoms? The lung cancer is one of the most perilous diseases that kill thousands of Americans every year and each year the number of cases are increasing. With the occurrences of lung cancer on the rise, it is essential that we learn about the basic factors leading to lung cancer and what should be the courses of action in case of lung cancer diagnosis. Here are the basic information regarding lung ca... Lung Disease: What Is It And How Can You Prevent It  By : Barney Garcia Did you know about 35 million Americans are suffering from one kind of lung disease or the other? Did you know that lung infections are believed to be one of the most important causes for infant mortality in America? Probably you also did not know that diseases related to lung claim one in seven lives every year. Well, it is an alarming statistics, isn’t it? But what does a lung disease mean? Precisely, Lung disease refers to any kind of disorder in which the functions of res... What Are The Risk Factors For Malignant Mesothelioma?  By : Mick Marshall A risk factor is anything that increases your chance of getting a disease such as cancer. Different cancers have different risk factors. For example, exposing skin to strong sunlight is a risk factor for skin cancer. Smoking is a risk factor for cancers of the lung, mouth, larynx, bladder, kidney, and several other organs. Individuals exposed to asbestos should be encouraged to avoid tobacco exposure because together the risk for lung cancer is significantly higher than from ... Symptoms Of Asbestos Exposure!  By : Melvin H.Gill We are all exposed to low levels of asbestos in the air we breathe. These levels range from 0.00001 to 0.0001 fibers per milliliter of air and generally are highest in cities and industrial areas. It is known that breathing asbestos can increase the risk of cancer in people. There are two types of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos: lung cancer and mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is a cancer of the thin lining surrounding the lung (pleural membrane) or abdominal cavity (the ... They Said - Asbestos Was Safe...  By : Camry James Any material that contains less than one percent asbestos is considered non-regulated. Experts estimate that there has been an 83 percent increase in imports of asbestos brakes and brake material over the past 10 years. IJOEH provides essential background material for the fight for a global asbestos ban. To avoid potential exposure, only trained and state certified employees may remove, drill, bore, or in any way disturb asbestos containing construction material. Covering ... Smoking Increases Lung Cancer Risks  By : Chris Impeterelli It would almost seem like a given in this day and age that people would know and understand that smoking greatly increases the risk of lung cancer. Secondhand smoke has even been linked with increased lung cancer risks. Even were a person to never smoke a cigarette or be subjected to secondhand smoke, the possibility of lung cancer remains very real. But smoking cigarettes is nothing short of adding more bullets to a gun being used to play Russian Roulette—eventually, the odd... Found Asbestos At Work - What Next?  By : Loreno Lepe Asbestos starts life as a mineral found in certain rocks, mainly in South America. It is fibrous in nature and has fire retardant properties. Asbestos has been widely used as a building material for over 100 years. It can be found in cement pipes and sheets as a reinforcing agent. These asbestos cement products can be found in many schools, factories and homes. Asbestos was also used to make floor tiles and as insulation lagging on hot water pipes. Over the past 20 -30 yea... Health Dangers Of Asbestos  By : Jennefer Poultson Mesothelioma and asbestosis are the long term result of prior exposure to asbestos. You have undoubtedly heard of asbestos, and are probably aware of its dangers. But many people are not aware as to exactly what it is and where it can still be found in the environment in which we live. Asbestos is a type of mineral fiber that used to be utilized in many products for the purpose of making them more resistant to the extremes of heat and cold. For many years asbestos was use... Lung Cancer in Non-Smokers  By : Mary Desaulniers The incidence of lung cancer in non-smokers has increased over the years.Smokers and non-smokers alike are vulnerable to a disease which is largely incurable. .In the face of a disease that seems to have neither rhyme nor reason, what can we do to protect ourselves? Mesothelioma - History, Hazards And Dietary Advice  By : Michael Aldridge History of asbestos. There are four main types of asbestos; Amosite (brown fibers), Anthophyllite (gray fibers), white Christie, and blue Crocidolite. Chrysotile has curly fibers while the other three have rod like fibers. These fibers fragment into dust quite readily and waft into the air. They can adhere to skin or clothing and are easily swallowed or inhaled. Half a century ago, asbestos was hailed by many as a miracle product. They said nearly anything could be mad...

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