(OPENPRESS) May 12, 2005 — “Our site is designed specifically with our customers in mind, the people and their loved ones who suffer from Mesothelioma, and to provide them with information on symptoms and diagnosis of malignant mesothelioma treatments and suggests the best options for making their legal claim” says David Reed of Mesthelioma-information (http://mesothelioma-information.atspace.com)

Mesothelioma (cancer of the mesothelium) is a disease in which cells of the mesothelium become abnormal and divide without control or order. They can invade and damage nearby tissues and organs. Cancer cells can also metastasize (spread) from their original site to other parts of the body. Most cases of mesothelioma begin in the pleura or peritoneum.

Symptoms of mesothelioma may not appear until between twenty and fifty years after exposure, which explains why so many new cases of this form of cancer are coming to light now, even though the dangers of asbestos were realized long ago and measures taken to reduce the risk of the disease. Diagnosing mesothelioma is often difficult, because the symptoms are similar to those of a number of other conditions. Diagnosis begins with a review of the patient’s medical history, including any history of asbestos exposure.

Traditionally, the later stages of mesothelioma have been treated with either chemotherapy or radiation therapy. Chemotherapy uses drugs to kill cancer cells while radiation therapy uses high-energy x-rays to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. The risk of asbestos-related disease increases with heavier exposure to asbestos and longer exposure time. However, some individuals with only brief exposures have developed mesothelioma. On the other hand, not all workers who are heavily exposed develop asbestos-related diseases.

Taking early action when filing a mesothelioma lawsuit is beneficial, and will enable the mesothelioma lawyer to collate all the necessary facts and information in order to put together a watertight case. This can make a big difference to the success of the mesothelioma lawsuit

For further information on Mesothelioma, lawyers and legal advice visit http://mesothelioma-information.atspace.com

Asbestos kills navy vet

The grieving relatives of a Portishead veteran are hoping that an inquest into his death will save lives by raising the profile of a ‘devastating’ disease.

Ken Batty, of Manor Close, served his country in the Royal Navy for 14 years after joining as an apprentice in 1951. By the time he left in 1965, the grandfather-of-three was a qualified engineer.

Last November, the 69-year-old was diagnosed with asbestos-related cancer and within three months, the condition had claimed his life.

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Governments Urged To Join World ‘Asbestos Ban’
Trade Unions Call For Stop To Century-Long Carnage

Brussels, 7 June 2005 (ICFTU OnLine) Global Unions will kick off a world campaign to ban the use of asbestos on 8 June in Geneva, where some 4,000 worker, employer and government representatives from around the world have gathered for the annual conference of the UN’s 178-member International Labour Organization (ILO).

Guy Ryder, General Secretary of the International Confederation of Free Trade Unions (ICFTU), will announce at a special event organised by Global Unions, the beginning of a country-by-country process that trade unions hope will bring an end to the death and destruction caused by asbestos, which continues to kill over 100,000 people per year throughout the world and inflicts suffering among millions more.

Global Unions have formally delivered a letter to every government attending the ILO Conference, asking them to become involved in nationally banning asbestos or in supporting a world ban on the commercialization and use of the product.

“We believe the evidence showing the dangers of asbestos to be irrefutable”, Ryder told governments, emphasizing that all forms of asbestos cause asbestosis, a progressive fibrotic disease of the lungs.

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