There is much talk in medical circles about the use of medical marijuana (or cannabis) for a variety of chronic illnesses, but could it also benefit those living with chronic lung ... Read more
Veterans are among the most at-risk of developing mesothelioma as there’s a high chance they were exposed to asbestos during their military career. According to asbestos.com, all branches of the military ... Read more
Due to the length of time it can take mesothelioma to present symptoms — often between 20 and 50 years — people are typically diagnosed in their 60s and 70s. It’s extremely ... Read more
The digital age has changed the way we view cancer. As well as offering a world of information, the Internet can offer hope, solace and support with just a few clicks. ... Read more
It’s estimated that around 100,000 people die each year from asbestos exposure around the world. Of those 100,000, 2,500 to 3,000 die of asbestos cancers in the U.S. each year, one ... Read more
Lung disease has a deep impact in Canada. Lung cancer remains the leading cause of death from cancer for both genders and each year more people die of lung cancer than ... Read more
As modern medicine and research continue to advance we understand more and more about the respiratory system and discover new ways to treat pulmonary diseases. Throughout history, humans have made some significant ... Read more
In this ehowhealth video, Dr. William Hughson, a professor of occupational diseases at the University of California in San Diego, talks about everyday living with mesothelioma and the importance of good ... Read more
Mesothelioma is a rare type of cancer that for many years, typically went undiagnosed or misdiagnosed. It affects around 3,000 people in the U.S. each year, and though there’s still ... Read more
In this TEDx Talks video, Linda Reinstein talks about her husband’s journey with pleural mesothelioma and what spurred her into becoming an activist and advocate for the disease. MORE: Mesothelioma statistics ... Read more
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