asbestos exposure

Mesothelioma Drugs on the Horizon

Several promising drugs are currently in trials to extend the lives of mesothelioma patients. Mesothelioma is caused by tiny asbestos fibers that are inhaled and implanted in the lungs. Diagnosis generally takes many decades for the disease to appear, usually meaning it’s in a late stage before discovery. Dr. Julie Renee Brahmer, associate professor of …

Asbestos Exposure in . . . CRAYONS?

While it’s been known for decades that there is asbestos in many building products, insulation materials, boilers, ships, and car parts, few people realized that asbestos also shows up in childrens’ toys. A recent article at asbestosnation.org has exposed this danger publicly. Since 2000, Federal health authorities have known that some crayon brands made in …