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Mesothelioma Asbestos Lawsuit News

Mesothelioma cancer derives from exposure to certain asbestos fibers that penetrate deep within the layers of the lungs. The body is unable to dispel the fibers, which eventually cause an inflammatory condition in the lungs. This condition is thought to be responsible for the resulting tumor that can form either around the lining of the lungs (pleura), the abdomen (peritoneum) or around the heart (pericardium). The tumor is very difficult to expunge from the body and can destroy these vital organs.

The Mesothelioma Asbestos News is an education-based resource to assist individuals who may be at risk for mesothelioma cancer, asbestosis, or asbestos-related pleural disease.

Mesothelioma Asbestos News contains sections explaining the dangers of asbestos, available mesothelioma treatment options, links to cancer societies and support groups, as well as mesothelioma lawsuit information for victims.

BREAKING NEWS

JUNE 2003
New Drug Aimed Towards Mesothelioma Treatment

There is an experimental cancer drug made by Eli Lilly and Co. called Alimta that is seeking federal approval for expanded use. The drug has shown fewer side effects than rival drugs with the same effectiveness. Lilly first aimed to target Alimta for mesothelioma patients caused by asbestos exposure, however the company is now trying to expand the drug use for all lung cancer patients after the Lilly sponsored study. Alimta showed signs of effectively lengthening the lives of mesothelioma patients in earlier studies. Mesothelioma is diagnosed in 10,000 people around the world every year and is a rare and deadly cancer of the lung lining caused only by asbestos exposure.

DANGERS OF ASBESTOS

Well over a century ago, asbestos was seen as an ideal building material, it was an excellent insulator, fireproof, and relatively inexpensive. During the twentieth century, some 30 million tons of asbestos was used in the construction of industrial sites, office buildings, schools, shipyards homes, and everyday items such as ironing boards, dryers, toasters, and low-density insulation products. Beginning at the turn of the 20th century, researchers began to see a correlation between the unusually large numbers of deaths and lung problems in mining towns with high asbestos exposure.

If you, or someone you know, has suffered from mesothelioma and would like to know the legal rights involved with asbestos exposure, contact us to receive more inforamtion.