The link between firefighting and mesothelioma
As someone who earns a paycheck working as an Illinois firefighter, you are probably well-versed in the immediate risks that often accompany your line of work, and you probably take strides to protect yourself to the fullest extent possible. At Menges Law Firm, we...
Asbestos removal is dangerous for workers
The dangers of asbestos have come to light in the past couple of decades. People exposed to this once common substance still deal with the complex health disorders that may result. Illinois residents have undergone extensive renovations in homes and businesses to rid...
What are the stages of mesothelioma?
Every year, there are approximately 3,000 new cases of mesothelioma. This form of cancer is caused primarily by the inhalation of asbestos and can affect people working in military, construction and manufacturing industries. Once a person inhales the microscopic...
What should I know if I am a veteran with mesothelioma?
Mesothelioma is a lung condition you may have due to exposure to asbestos. Asbestos is a known cancer-causing substance that was once widely used in various industries in Illinois. However, in the 1970s, the discovery of its harmful nature led to regulations and...
What does benzene exposure do to your body?
There are many harmful substances and chemicals out there that can cause you harm. You may not even realize that you are being exposed to a harmful chemical. Some are quite prevalent in society. A good example is benzene, which you may encounter every day in Missouri...
The Importance of Nutrition for Mesothelioma Patients
In spite of medical advancements, a cure for mesothelioma remains out of reach. A diagnosis equates a probable death sentence. Extending lives is the best option available through medical treatments and ensuring that patients get the proper nutrition. Yet, it’s...
A Ban in Name Only
The “non-ban asbestos ban” continues to confound critics. No one is disputing the dangers of exposure to the carcinogen. Asbestos-related diseases kill 15,000 Americans annually. The not-so-grand total dating back to 1989 is one million. Ironically, that...
The Pros and Cons of a National Mesothelioma Registry
Internationally renowned thoracic surgeon Dr. Robert Cameron was the first to propose a National Mesothelioma Registry. Twenty years later, he finds himself in an unlikely role. Opponent. Cameron is considered a cutting-edge pioneer for creating and refining...
Revisiting the History of Asbestos
Thirty years ago this past month – specifically July 12, 1989 –the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency banned most products that contained asbestos. Initially, it was a product introduced as innovative for its durability and fire resistance. It’s...
What are the signs and symptoms of mesothelioma?
If you or someone in your family are presently a factory worker or have been employed in a manufacturing industry in the past, you may be among those in Illinois and throughout the country who are at risk for certain injuries. Many blue-collar jobs, including those...
