Posts in February, 2013

Feb 28 The Evolution of Asbestos: From Miracle to Toxin

Though asbestos is well-known as a toxic substance that can cause mesothelioma and other fatal diseases, in the past it was hailed ...

Feb 27 Neighbors Continue to Worry about Union Steel Plant

Not only is the old Union Steel plant in Albion, Michigan an eyesore, but it’s also filled with toxic substances like asbestos. ...

Feb 26 Steve McQueens Widow Fights Asbestos in Washington

Barbara “Minty” McQueen, widow of mesothelioma victim Steve McQueen, traveled to Washington D.C. last week to join the fight for ...

Feb 21 Cancer Study in Georgia may help change Mesothelioma treatment options

Recent University of Georgia research may change the way cancerous tumors are treated. Recent research points to the theory that ...

Feb 20 Genetics Could Play a Role in Mesothelioma

Right now, it is possible to conduct genetic testing to determine whether a person is at a heightened vulnerability for breast, ...

Feb 19 Britain's National Asbestos Helpline Joins Cause for International Action Mesothelioma Day

Britain’s National Asbestos Helpline (NAH) has added its support to a growing number of international groups calling for a ...