Mesothelioma FAQs

• Q: What is mesothelioma and how do you get it?
  A: The National Cancer Institute states that: "Malignant mesothelioma, a rare form of cancer, is a disease in which cancer (malignant) cells are found in the sac … More
• Q: What should I do if I've been exposed to asbestos? What if I don't feel sick?
  A: If you've been exposed to asbestos it is important to  tell your doctor ! Even if you don’t feel sick, the fact is that people usually don’t show … More
• Q: Who can file an asbestos-related lawsuit?
  A: Although the EPA has made regulations to promote protection from asbestos, and organizations such as the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) … More
• Q: Are victims of mesothelioma entitled to social security disability benefits?
  A: Individuals with impairments caused by certain exposures to asbestos may qualify for disability claims under titles II and XVI of the Social Security Act.  … More
• Q: What exactly is asbestos?
  A: Asbestos is the name of a group of minerals that occur naturally as masses of strong, flexible fibers that can be separated into thin threads and woven. It is a … More
• Q: Is asbestos hazardous to your health?
  A: The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), and the EPA have determined that asbestos is in fact a human carcinogen, and that breathing high levels of … More
• Q: What happens when someone inhales asbestos fibers?
  A: Asbestos fibers are harmful to humans if inhaled. When a person breathes in the small fibers, they remain in the lungs and cause scar tissue to form on the walls of … More
• Q: Does asbestos exposure cause cancer?
  A: There are several asbestos-related diseases that can result from inhaling asbestos fibers, including: •Asbestosis (pulmonary fibrosis); •Mesothelioma; … More
• Q: How much exposure does it take to get the disease?
  A: An exposure of as little as one or two months can result in mesothelioma 30 or 40 years later. More
• Q: Where is asbestos found?
  A: In the United States, asbestos has been used in a variety of industries and products. Some examples of products that contain asbestos include: •Building … More