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Asbestos Law Firm
Asbestos law firms exist to fight for the rights of victims of asbestos exposure, both through poor work conditions or interaction with harmful products on the market. Because asbestos law is complicated by past precedents and recent legal developments, it is important to turn to a firm that is well versed in the nuance of asbestos injury law.
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Time : 7 min 08
Added : 09/10/09 16:04
Tags: asbestos cancer law firm / mesothelioma asbestos law firm / asbestos law firms
National Steel - Mesothelioma & Asbestos Exposure
Because of the necessity to insulate on-board pipes to prevent on-board fires, shipbuilders, including those at National Steel, exposed their workers to asbestos, and, as a result, the rare but aggressive cancer mesothelioma. Asbestos, which is known for its strong, tensile properties and its heat- and flame-resistance, is comprised of microscopic fibers, which, when breathed in, become lodged in the protective membrane that lines each of the major organs.
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Time : 5 min 24
Added : 21/10/09 04:05
Tags: asbestos cancer mesothelioma / mesothelioma asbestos exposure / malignant asbestos mesothelioma
Lung Cancer Overview
www.asbestos.net There are several different types of lung cancer, including mesothelioma and asbestos-related lung cancer. Most cases of asbestos-related lung cancer that are not mesothelioma are small-cell lung cancer. While lung cancer is often associated with smoking, there are many other causes, including age and chemical or asbestos exposure.
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Time : 10 min 39
Added : 02/10/09 23:17
Tags: mesothelioma and lung cancer in relation to asbestos exposure / asbestos related lung cancer / lung cancer
Asbestos Cancer Treatment
As with any cancer, treatment for asbestos cancer will vary depending on the patient and the diagnosis, but traditional treatments such as surgery, radiation and chemotherapy or a combination thereof are often used. Additionally, newer treatments such as photodynamic therapy and targeted/biologic therapy, and participation in clinical trials, may also be available.
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Time : 7 min
Added : 29/09/09 23:15
Tags: asbestos cancer treatment / asbestos cancer mesothelioma / mesothelioma cancer treatment
Welcome to Asbestos.net
www.asbestos.net Welcome to the video collection of Asbestos.net, a comprehensive resource on asbestos and its devastating effects, including mesothelioma, asbestos cancer, and other asbestos-related diseases. Made up of hundreds of well-researched and easy-to-understand videos, many of which have been reviewed by a licensed oncologist, we strive to provide the most complete resource available on all aspects of malignant mesothelioma - a cancer uniquely linked to just a brief exposure to...
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Time : 2 min
Added : 24/09/09 19:20
Tags: asbestos cancer mesothelioma / malignant asbestos mesothelioma / asbestos related cancer
Symptoms Of Lung Cancer
Unfortunately, the symptoms of lung cancer are not easy to detect, especially not when the disease first develops, which means that it is often not diagnosed until it has reached an advanced stage. Some of the symptoms that may indicate lung cancer, however, may include a persistent cough, shortness of breath, chest pain, hoarseness or coughing up blood.
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Time : 8 min 04
Added : 07/10/09 20:03
Tags: asbestos lung cancer symptoms / advanced lung cancer symptoms / first symptoms of lung cancer
Colorado (CO) Mesothelioma, Asbestos Cancer, and General Asbestos Resources
Find out more about Colorado's asbestos and mesothelioma resources, including resources related to mesothelioma specialists and cancer centers, legal help for those who have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, clinical trials that focus on this cancer, and how to safely remove asbestos from buildings within the state.
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Time : 10 min 24
Added : 24/10/09 22:20
Tags: asbestos cancer mesothelioma / malignant asbestos mesothelioma / asbestos mesothelioma pleural
Conventional Mesothelioma Treatments and Therapies - Asbestos.net
Mesothelioma is a cancer believed to be exclusively caused by asbestos exposure. While researchers have yet to find a cure for it, palliative treatments have been able to ease discomfort and slow the progression of the disease, allowing patients to live longer after diagnosis. The most common treatments are radiation, chemotherapy, and surgery.
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Time : 8 min 50
Added : 01/10/09 07:39
Tags: treatment of malignant pleural mesothelioma / asbestos cancer mesothelioma / peritoneal cancer mesothelioma
Malignant Mesothelioma
Malignant mesothelioma is a very rare form of cancer, which occurs when malignant cancer cells collect in the thin layer of tissue that lines the chest cavity and protects the lungs, also called the pleura. It can also be found in the lining of the abdomen, or the peritoneum. Mesothelioma is almost always caused by exposure to asbestos. www.asbestos.net
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Time : 9 min 14
Added : 25/09/09 03:33
Tags: malignant mesothelioma cancer / malignant mesothelioma pleural / malignant mesothelioma peritoneal
Mesothelioma Treatment Options For Patients
www.asbestos.net Mesothelioma is a cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. And though scientists are seeking a cure, palliative treatments can be used to slow the spread of the disease and comfort a patient as the disease takes its toll. In addition to traditional treatments, alternative, holistic therapies are also becoming more popular.
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Time : 8 min 13
Added : 01/10/09 09:34
Tags: patients with malignant pleural mesothelioma / mesothelioma cancer caused by exposure / asbestos cancer mesothelioma