the apartment is now in the possession of a court receivership due to forecloser. they have discovered asbestos in the units and are closing the comlp...
the apartment is now in the possession of a court receivership due to forecloser. they have discovered asbestos in the units and are closing the comlpex. I signed a 7 month lease in jan and they gave 30 day notice on mar 1st. what can i do?
I have recently found that my family was exposed to vermiculite, a material containing asbestos, in my childhood home. During my childhood my father remodeled our home several times. What is our risk of developing asbestos related diseases? (I am having trouble finding true cancer rates and information in google searches.)
No one in my family is showing abnormalities 10+ years after moving out.
Author: Bello Gbenga
Most people that develop mesothelioma have been exposed to asbestos in the past. Mesothelioma, a cancer of the mesothelium grows mainly in the lining of the lungs and abdomen and it takes decades for the symptoms of the cancer to surface. The main symptoms are chest pain and difficulty in breathing.
If you have worked with asbestos or materials containing asbestos, for example shipyard workers, insulation engineers, maintenance workers, building workers, you can develop mesothelioma. People working in other industries could also be exposed to asbestos without remembering the exposure. Also some people who were exposed to asbestos through washing and handling of clothes contaminated with asbestos and some people living close to asbestos industries may also develop mesothelioma.
Presently there is no known cure for mesothelioma, the treatments available only help to control the symptoms and improve quality of life of the victim. The type of treatment will be individualized and it depends on the stage of the cancer.
Help and Support
Every mesothelioma case will need support and help, many find it hard difficult to accept the diagnosis, others feel bitter and angry. Every mesothelioma victim must have access both to information about the disease and to emotional support, including someone to talk to when they feel like. There are several specialist organizations that provide such help.
Your Benefits and Compensations
All mesothelioma victims may be entitled to social security benefits and compensations from employers or both. These are some of the benefits you might be entitled to:
a}Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit-You can get this quickly paid so you should make your claim as soon as possible so as to be able to get your benefits.
b}War disablement pension-If you were exposed to asbestos while serving in the armed forces, you can make this claim from the Veterans Agency.
c}Constant Attendance Allowance-This allowance may be paid to you once you receive any of the benefits mentioned above.
d}You may also be entitled to a lump sum payment from the Government under the Pneumoconiosis e.t.c{Workers Compensation}Act 1979,or in Northern Ireland,the Pneumoconiosis e.t.c{Workers Compensation}{Northern Ireland}Order 1979.
Whoever you choose to consult about benefits, you should always ask about a payment under the 1979 Act or Order and Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit.
These and some other benefits and compensations are what you are entitled to if you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma.
Someone said that someone they know worked for an asbestos removal team. That it was really dangerous work. Finally law makers passed legislation that people had to stop tearing them down because it was a greater health risk to the workers and people living in the immediate area to tear the building down , due to it is old, it breaks,a and not in one piece, than it is to just leave them standing. All it takes is the smallest piece of asbestos in your lungs for you to develop serious lung and other illnesses.
What do you think, could they evacuate the buildings? I see people living in brand new buildings all the time that says "This building is known to the state of California to cause cancer" So the problems are that they are building more buildings with toxins, and/ or leaving dangerous buildings just standing, giving off fumes and maybe not evacuating them. Something seems wrong?
I'm scheduled to take my Asbestos Supervisor course in New York in July. This is my 2nd time taking the course because the first one expired. However, I ultimately would like to work in Pennsylvania. Would I need a separate Asbestos license to work in PA? What about New Jersey?
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By Elizabeth L Perkins
According to the National Cancer Institute (NCI), nearly 220,000 people will have been diagnosed with lung cancer (LC) in the U.S. during 2009. During that same year, the disease will have been deemed responsible for nearly 160,000 deaths. Despite its prevalence, there remains a startlingly high level of confusion regarding the condition. Sadly, this confusion prevents many of those who suffer from lung cancer from seeking the medical attention they need.
Below, we'll clarify and debunk a few of the most common fallacies that persist. Some of the following may sound intuitive. Others may surprise you.
Tip 1 - People Who Don't Smoke Aren't In Danger
Smoking is a leading cause of LC. Most diagnosed cases of the disease involve patients who are lifelong smokers. That said, thousands of people are diagnosed each year who have never smoked in their lives. Moreover, thousands more cope with LC after having quit smoking years prior to their diagnosis.
Also, it's worth underscoring that the condition can also be caused by exposure to radon gas, asbestos, and environmental factors. The reality is, any person can be diagnosed with the disease - smoker or non-smoker.
Tip 2 - The Risk Is Everywhere And Thus, Inescapable
This fallacy is dangerous because it dissuades people from avoiding factors that are known to increase the likelihood of LC. For example, a person may agree to share an apartment with an habitual smoker without realizing that thousands of people die each year from lung cancer caused by secondhand smoke. Or, they may be less likely to test their living spaces for the presence of radon gas. They might be less careful around asbestos and other chemicals.
To be sure, the risk is pervasive. But you can limit your exposure to factors that are known to contribute to the disease.
Tip 3 - Elderly People Cannot Be Treated Successfully
An individual's health is a better barometer than age regarding the likelihood they'll respond favorably to treatment. The elderly are often more susceptible to side effects related to chemotherapy. However, many older patients who enjoy an active lifestyle respond nearly as well as younger patients.
Also, minimally invasive lung cancer surgery techniques are being used in more hospitals than ever. This means surgery may be an option for an increasing number of older patients.
Tip 4 - Being Diagnosed Means Smoking Is Fine
Many lifelong smokers believe there is no reason to stop smoking after they are diagnosed with lung cancer. In truth, there are a few important reasons to quit. First, doing so can dramatically improve the chances of success during surgery. Second, quitting may increase the effectiveness of radiation therapy. Third, if the disease is detected while it is in its early stages, successful treatment is likely. Quitting smoking reduces the chance you'll die from unrelated causes (e.g. heart disease).
Tip 5 - Breast Cancer Is A Much Bigger Problem For Women
According to the NCI, nearly as many women as men are diagnosed with lung cancer each year. What's more, while the incidence rate in men declined beginning in 1991, it has actually risen for women. While the reasons for this disparity remain unknown, women typically develop the disease after smoking for fewer years than men. Breast cancer is a severe condition. But a higher number of women die from lung cancer each year.
As noted earlier, the most dangerous thing about the five fallacies described above is that many patients refuse to seek the treatment they need. This disease metastasizes and spreads quickly. If it is caught while still localized within a single lobe or lung, it can be treated successfully. Once the cancerous cells spread to other areas of the body, the survival rate plummets. Learn as much as you can about lung cancer, and consult your physician regarding the forms of treatment available to you.
Im doing a science project about the chemical Asbestos. One of the questions is how does asbestos get in a home? If you could please help that would be great.
Person A - worked as a carpenter 50hrs a week for 45 years to support his family, sometime coming into contact with carcinogenic materials (ex. asbestos)
Person B - a person who worked an office job but smoked 3 packs of cigarettes a day for 45 yrs
Do you have any different feelings about them in general?