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- How You Can Help Cure Mesothelioma Cancer In 3 Minutes
In only 3 minutes, you can help mesothelioma cancer victims create and fund a $30 million per year federal program. Mesothelioma cancer currently affects thousands worldwide, but you can help combat this disease in just 3 minutes by signing a petition online. This petition asks the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee to federally fund the National Mesothelioma Research and Treatment Program at $30 million per year. You can help save the lives of thousands by digitally signing this free online petition today.
Mon, 18 Apr 2005 04:32:39 +0530 - National Asbestos Awareness Day Award Winner Announced
Senator Harry Reid (D-NV) is announced as recipient of the winner of the "National Asbestos Awareness Day Award" by the Johnson Law Firm, mesothelioma lawyers. The Johnson Law Firm announced today the winner of its inaugural "National Asbestos Awareness Day Award" for outstanding contribution to public education and awareness of mesothelioma lung cancer.
Mon, 18 Apr 2005 04:22:06 +0530 - Cancer Diet: A Mesothelioma Patient's Guide to Nutrition
Mesothelioma patients undergoing treatment must follow a special cancer diet devised by their nutritionists. Cancer diets involve eating the correct amounts of protein and calories as well as drinking the right amount of water to keep the ailing body replenished and energized. The body needs plenty of nourishment when it is going through chemotherapy or even when the patient is taking certain medications.
Tue, 8 Mar 2005 01:12:05 +0530 - What is a Mesothelioma Lawyer?
Mesothelioma lawyers deal specifically with cases concerning people being exposed to asbestos in the work environment. Because asbestos was a common building material and is still found, there has been a call for mesothelioma lawyers to look into cases of people who were exposed to asbestos and have been diagnosed with this form of cancer.
Tue, 8 Mar 2005 00:53:41 +0530 - Catching a Killer - New Steps Taken in Treating Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma treatment methods differ depending on the stage of the cancer upon detection, as well as the patient's age and personal choice of treatment. The four distinct stages of the disease are a factor in determining the type of mesothelioma treatment that can be carried out.
Tue, 8 Mar 2005 00:49:44 +0530 - What is Malignant Mesothelioma?
Malignant mesothelioma is a disease in which cancerous cells in the mesothelium grow to an abnormal size and divide uncontrollably. During this process these malignant mesothelioma cells will invade and contaminate nearby organs and tissues. Cases of malignant mesothelioma have increased over the last 20 years, but despite this, mesothelioma is still a comparatively rare form of cancer with about 2000 new cases a year being diagnosed in the United States.
Mon, 7 Mar 2005 02:40:52 +0530 - How is Mesothelioma Diagnosed?
Diagnosing mesothelioma is often difficult, because the symptoms are similar to those of a number of other conditions. Diagnosis begins with a review of the patient's medical history, including any history of asbestos exposure. A complete physical examination may be performed, including x-rays of the chest or abdomen and lung function tests.
Mon, 7 Mar 2005 02:39:59 +0530 - How is Mesothelioma Treated?
Treatment for mesothelioma depends on the location of the cancer, the stage of the disease, and the patient's age and general health. Standard treatment options include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. Sometimes, these treatments are combined. Surgery is a common treatment for mesothelioma. The doctor may remove part of the lining of the chest or abdomen and some of the tissue around it.
Mon, 7 Mar 2005 02:38:56 +0530 - Chronic Pain Management for Cancer Patients
Chronic untreated pain is debilitating, it dramatically affects a patient’s ability to participate in daily routines and in some cases takes away their will to live. Tragically, many people are suffering chronic pain unnecessarily. This in part, due to them not being made aware of the importance of pain management and being shown the simple tools necessary to achieve it. Lack of knowledge regarding the benefits and side effects of available medication is also a factor.
Thu, 3 Mar 2005 14:53:54 +0530 - Chemotherapy Gave Us A Gift of Time
In December 1999, my beloved husband of 32 years was diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma and given a prognosis of 3 to 9 months. He was a former Wittenoom child who at the tender age of seven lived in Wittenoom for period of seven short months. Tragically it was long enough for him to inhale the deadly blue asbestos dust that would ultimately take his life.
Wed, 2 Mar 2005 22:27:02 +0530 - How Is Mesothelioma Treated?
Most people who develop mesothelioma have worked on jobs where they inhaled asbestos particles. However, they may have been been exposed to asbestos dust and fibre in other ways. This could include working with asbestos or by home renovation using asbestos cement products or even by washing the clothes of a family member who worked with asbestos. The resulting disease is rare form of cancer in which malignant (cancerous) cells are found in the mesothelium, a protective sac that covers most of the body's internal organs.
Wed, 2 Mar 2005 22:26:30 +0530 - Asbestos Killed My Husband
In December 1999, my husband and I were walking home from a game of lawn bowls when I became aware of his shortness of breath.
Chest X-rays revealed fluid on the lungs, over two litres of which was drained, giving Brian immediate relief, but it was a tense wait for the pathology results.Through the Internet I had become aware of several conditions which may have been responsible for fluid on the lung; these included asbestos- related diseases.
Wed, 2 Mar 2005 22:25:12 +0530 - Who is at Increased Risk For Developing Mesothelioma?
Since the late 1800's Asbestos has been mined and used commercially. The use of Asbestos dramatically increased during World War II and since the early 1940's millions of Americans have been exposed to asbestos dust working within industries where initally the risks were not known. There has been widespread exposure to Asbestos by workers within shipyards, mines and mills, producers of asbestos products, workers in the heating and construction industries, and other tradespeople and an increase risk of deveolping mesothelioma has been the result.
Wed, 2 Mar 2005 22:24:28 +0530 - Mesothelioma - The Largest Man Made Epidemic
It is documented that Australia had the highest per capita use of asbestos in the world from the 1950’s until the 1970’s. As a tragic consequence, Australia now has the highest per capita incidence of mesothelioma in the world. With more than 500 Australians contracting mesothelioma per year, it is estimated that up to 18,000 Australians will die from this asbestos related cancer by the year 2020.
Wed, 2 Mar 2005 22:23:51 +0530 - Asbestos and Cancer
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos related cancer, you may want to seek legal advice. Typical legal settelements can reach five million dollars. Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer in which malignant (cancerous) cells are found in the mesothelium, a protective sac that covers most of the body's internal organs. Most people who develop mesothelioma have worked on jobs where they inhaled asbestos particles.
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