LegalView Mesothelioma Blog Reports that Asbestos Exposure Slows Hurricane Katrina Cleanup in New Orleans Parish Feb 16, 2008
The mineral was used because of its resistance to heat and fire damage as well as its strength, however, it was discovered that the inhalation of asbestos fibers and dust was highly toxic to individuals and can cause asbestosis and mesothelioma cancer. It can take years and even decades for those affected by mesothelioma to know they have been afflicted with the incurable illness. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Transkei still the cradle of lung disease for ex-miners Feb 11, 2008
5 percent had asbestosis, 7 percent had chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, 5. 5 percent had silicosis alone, 35. (Business Report, South Africa)
Asbestos penalties sought for Equitable developer Feb 3, 2008
If inhaled, asbestos can cause cancer and lung ailments including asbestosis, which scars the lungs and can be fatal, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Demolition workers are required to keep the material so no one breathes the fibers. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Disease expert resigns Jan 10, 2008
He also played a major role in working with federal agencies dealing with the asbestosis lung disease disaster in Libby. Hundreds of people in the town have died and more than 1,000 others are sick because of the asbestos particles loosened and spread at a defunct vermiculite mine in the town. (Missoulian, MT)
Expert: Asbestos proposal bad idea Jan 7, 2008
But when inhaled, its fibers cause several ailments that include asbestosis, a scarring of the lungs, and mesothelioma, an incurable form of cancer linked almost solely to asbestos exposure. For such a small state, for a number of reasons, West Virginia used an inordinate amount of asbestos-containing products, said MacQueen, who retired in 2000. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Government denies asbestos politics hazard Jan 5, 2008
This can cause asbestosis, which has symptoms that resemble emphysema, or cause a cancer of the lining of the lung, called mesothelioma. Oftentimes symptoms of the disease don't show up until many years after exposure. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Puff snuff: quit-smoking aid added to subsidised-drugs list Jan 2, 2008
Other drugs to be made cheaper were medications for infants with chest infections and patients suffering eye conditions and pleural mesothelioma, the cancer that killed the asbestosis campaigner, Bernie Banton. Ms Roxon credited Mr Banton with highlighting the plight of mesothelioma patients through his campaign to have the drug Alimta added to the scheme. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
KC hospital faces fine for exposing workers to potential asbestos Dec 24, 2007
The fibers can cause lung cancer, mesothelioma, asbestosis and other respiratory problems. A person might not exhibit symptoms for 10 to 40 years. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
A Line in the Dust Dec 22, 2007
"My research suggests something like 90% of the last 200,000 to 300,000 asbestosis claims that have been paid are bogus," says Lester Brickman, a professor at Yeshiva University's law school ... In a September filing, for example, Dr. Howard William Ory, an epidemiologist retired from the Centers for Disease Control ntion, contended there were no more than 28,000 medically plausible cases of asbestosis in the U.S. male population between 1989 and 2001--a period when Grace was hit with more than... (Forbes -- Business)
Insurance Company Reinsurers off Hook for 'Long-Tail Liabilities' Dec 14, 2007
But most of Integrity's risks were spread among reinsurers and many, such as for asbestosis, were not expected to result in reportable claims until long after the policies were issued ... During oral arguments on appeal to the court, lawyers from both sides estimated the commissioner has already had paid out $598 million in asbestosis claims and has estimated potential future claims of nearly $2. (Law.com)
Banton, an Australian hero, farewelled Dec 5, 2007
For several years Mr Banton had suffered from asbestosis, having contracted the diseases from working at a Hardie asbestos insulation products factory in western Sydney in the 1960s and 70s. Mr Banton's brother Bruce, a pastor with a pentecostal church, conducted the proceedings held in the Acer Arena at Sydney's Olympic park. (The Australian)
What do you think of city plans? Nov 30, 2007
Your condolences, tributes and thoughts of asbestosis campaigner , who died today after a battle with mesothelioma, an asbestos-related cancer. Posted by SMH Online in at. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
* World News Quick Take Nov 28, 2007
Banton contracted asbestosis after working for a James Hardie subsidiary from 1968 to 1974. Workers at the factory were known as "snowmen" because they were regularly coated with the white asbestos powder that the company made into fire-repellant wallboard and other products. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Legacy of asbestos campaigner lives on Nov 28, 2007
Mr Banton died early on Tuesday after a long battle with asbestosis and mesothelioma, an incurable asbestos-related cancer. On Wednesday, his nine-year-old grandson Jack, the son of Mr Banton's son Adam, took up the ceremonial shovel to turn the first sod of earth on the institute construction site. (Brisbane Times)
Libs did themselves in with union scare campaign Nov 28, 2007
Abbott was forced the following morning into a humbling apology, and also to approve the drug that would help combat asbestosis. For many years, poll after poll has shown that the union bogey that occupied so much space in the world view of Howard and Costello simply did not exist for most. (The Age, Australia -- Breaking News)
For those who would have missed out Nov 28, 2007
They covered the virulent mesothelioma, the benign but debilitating asbestosis, asbestos-related pleural disease and lung cancer. The fund is for illness linked to products made by James Hardie, Australia's largest manufacturer of asbestos pipes, sheeting and insulation material until production was halted by health concerns in 1987. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
A battler who kept the fire to the end Nov 28, 2007
Ted died 00004000 of mesothelioma in 2001 and Albert contracted asbestosis. Bruce, who stayed only a short time, took over the Foursquare Church from his father in 1979, moving it to Westmead. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Initial action to reduce threat from asbestos almost done Nov 28, 2007
Exposure to asbestos can cause disabling or fatal diseases such as asbestosis, an emphysema-like condition; lung cancer; mesothelioma, a cancerous tumor that spreads rapidly in the cells of membranes covering the lungs and body organs; and gastrointestinal cancer. The symptoms of these diseases generally do not appear for 20 or more years after initial exposure. (Herkimer Eening Telegram, NY)
Family and friends flock to Bernie Nov 23, 2007
Mr Banton yesterday won a second lot of compensation for his terminal mesothelioma, after he was given $800,000 compensation for asbestosis in 2000. Mr Parker said the second payout was not a substantial amount of money but the case was settled to finalise it in Mr Banton's lifetime, give him some closure and provide a leg up to other asbestos victims in claiming similar exemplary damages. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Bernie Banton wins bittersweet victory Nov 22, 2007
"Mrs Banton's eyes filled with tears as she spoke of "my Bernie" and his struggle for justice."I feel very privileged to be married to Bernie Banton and very honoured to be able to care for him in what is likely to be his final days," she said.Family have been by Mr Banton's bedside around the clock over the past four days as his condition has rapidly deteriorated.He has had more than 60 litres of fluid drained from his abdomen, and is very weak.Thursday's settlement was the second for Mr... (Sydney Morning Herald)
Dying asbestos campaigner fights on from hospital bed Nov 22, 2007
Mr Banton's suit is unusual because he received compensation for the less serious disease asbestosis in 2000. Last week Judge O'Meally said Mr Banton was the first person he was aware of to take advantage of a provision that allows plaintiffs awarded compensation for asbestosis to return to the tribunal if they later contract mesothelioma. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Fresh go at Hardie granted Nov 21, 2007
This was because Mr Banton contracted the less serious disease asbestosis in 1999 and was paid $800,000 compensation in 2000. Mr Banton's barrister, Jack Rush, QC, argued that although his client's 2000 case included a claim for exemplary damages, the out-of-court settlement did not include any payment for exemplary damages. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Hardie lawyers push for Banton claim to be struck out Nov 20, 2007
Seven years ago Mr Banton received $800,000 in compensation for the lung condition asbestosis. He has since developed the asbestos-related disease, mesothelioma of the stomach, and is suing his former employer Amaca for further compensation. (ABC Online)
Asbestos campaigner 'fading fast' Nov 18, 2007
Mr Banton, 61, has already received a compensation payment for asbestosis, a condition that is not necessarily life-threatening, from a $4 billion 40-year asbestos compensation fund set up by James Hardie in 2000. He lodged his application for a second round of compensation after being diagnosed with the terminal cancer mesothelioma in August this year. (The Age)
Hospice helps families, terminally ill cope with difficult experiences Nov 18, 2007
Kittitas resident Ruby Harris worked with Hospice Friends for six months when her husband Jake was dying from asbestosis. Photo by Joe Whiteside/Daily Record. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Hammer time for our galumphing Health Minister Nov 3, 2007
Then there was the gratuitous insult to Bernie Banton, the heroic asbestosis victim. After that, we had the late arrival for the TV debate with Labor's health spokeswoman, Nicola Roxon, followed by the sotto voce "bullshit" during the closing exchange of teeth-grinding unpleasantries. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Abbott on the boil in Mersey Nov 2, 2007
This week Mr Abbott has apologised after insulting the asbestosis sufferer Bernie Banton, and appeared 30 minutes late at a national debate. These episodes took the gloss off the Government's announcement on Wednesday of $440 million more for nurses' home visits and medical training. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
County workers file suit over asbestos Nov 1, 2007
RAP wrote on Oct 31, 2007 2:29 PM:" Note to Proofreader: "Tuesday's action comes on the heals of a lawsuit" should have been Tuesday's action comes on the HEELS of a lawsuit. Note to Stick: Asbestos-related medical problems (asbestosis, lung cancer, and pleural disease, including mesothelioma) often are not manifested for decades after exposure so the potential harm to those exposed in this case can only be estimated based on the severity of their exposure to asbestos fibers liberated during Mr.... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Politicians behaving badly Nov 1, 2007
The Age Blogs: Your Say. Welcome to The Age Online. (The Age)
Was Abbott's tardiness rude? Nov 1, 2007
His bad language, disorganisation, contempt for the asbestosis victim, disrespect for the public - all disqualify Mr Abbott from any further position on the public payroll. Posted by: Melissa on November 1, 2007 7:38 AM. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Asbestos shame Oct 27, 2007
Once inhaled, the fibres become tangled in lung tissues, where they wreak havoc typically lung cancer, asbestosis and mesothelioma, a rare, painful and almost always fatal cancer of the lining of the chest wall. The World Health Organization estimates asbestos kills at least 90,000 people a year about half of all occupational cancer deaths. (Globe and Mail)
Unions and the election Oct 19, 2007
To me as a voter I am extremely worried about having these people in power, under the direction of a man who doesn"t seem to have any policies, that could benefit the ordinary persom. Rudd is going tit for tat, with John Howard. Rudd reminds me of a snotty nosed little school boy, in short pants, trying to get one up on the headmaster. Rudd to me presents as weak and led by the mose, by the left wing of his party, is this how our country will be run, by socialists and a school boy at the helm, I... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Asbestos victims lose compensation fight Oct 18, 2007
Pleural plaques on the lungs can be a forerunner to diseases such as asbestosis and mesothelioma. In the leading judgment, Lord Justice Hoffmann said that proof of damage was an essential element in a claim of negligence. (Scientific American)
Too many election spending promises? Oct 18, 2007
Did they stand up against James Hardie on behalf of the asbestosis sufferers. Were they responsible for the Government implementing the fairness test in Workchoices. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Your say: Howard calls a November 24 election Oct 15, 2007
Australia has never had it so good as we enjoy now across the spectrum" Gregory, you clearly do not "have a clue" about the realities facing these younger voters whom you are so patronising towards. They are faced with rising home prices, soaring fees for Higher Ed and lower job security; and you wonder why Generation U-Tube has turned on Howard? Posted by: Masina on October 14, 2007 4:03 PM We just cannot afford to have Labor governments at both State and Federal levels. I think Labor will just... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Poor Indian Labourers Happily Scrap "Toxic" Ship Oct 11, 2007
"Asbestosis is also a silent killer at Alang.". Story by Rupam Jain Nair. (Planet Ark, United States)
Asbestos found in partly demolished apartment Oct 9, 2007
Asbestosis symptoms won t appear in humans for 20 to 30 years, Wingler said. When the lung sac has an asbestos fiber in it, the body tries to attack it by starving the tissues surrounding the fiber, he said. (KHOU.com, TX)
SA's mining legacy: Killer asbestos Oct 7, 2007
Asbestos mining stopped in South Africa in the mid-1980s, but people are still being diagnosed with ARDs like mesothelioma and asbestosis on a regular basis, while many more continue to be at risk from unrehabilitated sites ... They are not safe for people to live in," said lawyer Richard Spoor, who has represented dozens of ARD sufferers in court. Asbestos pollution In a provincial budget speech in June, Northern Cape Environment Minister Pieter Saaiman said rehabilitation of derelict,... (iAfrica.com)
Alarums and excursions: Just another ordinary day Sep 23, 2007
Trivia: Inhaling asbestos fibers could result in lung restrictive illnesses and death from asbestosis, mesothelioma, and lung cancer. And flying shards of asbestos can decapitate you, as my drawer knob will testify. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Asbestos liability on agenda Sep 1, 2007
Exposure to asbestos, a natural fiber long used for insulation and fireproofing, and silica, quartz dust often kicked up on industrial sites, has been linked to lung ailments such as mesothelioma, asbestosis, lung cancer and silicosis, a chronic lung disease. By some accounts, the potential liability that remains uncompensated is massive. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
A new fight for Bernie, and this time it's personal Aug 22, 2007
Mr Banton has suffered since 1999 from asbestosis, a debilitating but not necessarily fatal lung disease, and the non-malignant asbestos-related pleural disease ... Mr Banton received compensation for asbestosis and asbestos-related pleural disease in 1999 for a confidential sum, but did not agree to a full and final settlement. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Bernie the battler fighting for his life Aug 21, 2007
Mr Banton, 60, said he had been coping well enough with the "double whammy" - asbestosis and ARPD (asbestos related pleural disease), which required him to carry around an oxygen bottle with ever-present tubes up his nostrils. But now he has the "triple whammy". (Brisbane Times)
EPA releases results of air sampling tests Aug 8, 2007
To evaluate potential health risks associated with asbestos inhalation - asbestosis, mesothelioma and lung cancer, diseases that impair breathing and are potentially fatal - an EPA toxicologist performed cancer risk calculations, which are routinely performed by environmental regulatory and health agencies following hazardous substance sampling events, according to Rovira's letter. EPA's acceptable cancer risk range is 1 in 1,000,000 to 1 in 10,000. (Springfield Sun, PA)
Asbestos In Tucson Charter Schools Aug 8, 2007
Since the mid-1970s, asbestos has been linked to such lung diseases as mesothelioma, asbestosis, lung cancer, and gastrointestinal cancer. The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration estimates more than 1. (KOLD.com, AZ)
Hundreds turn out for Dallas asbestos screening Jul 24, 2007
Human exposure to the fibers increases the risk of lung cancer and other disorders, including asbestosis, a condition that makes breathing difficult. Most cases occur 15 or more years after initial exposure. (KHOU.com, TX)
Local advocates spur state Jul 21, 2007
"Exposure to asbestos has been linked to disease, most notably an increased risk of lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis." "We're hoping that it will become national," Ms. Rossland said of the warnings not to use the clay with talc. Mr. McQuillan and Dr. Galvin stated in their memorandum: "The federal government has not made a final determination regarding the need to address the presence of asbestos in art clay. The DPH has asked the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission to look into... (Brookfield Journal, CT)
Cancer society calls on Ottawa to change tack and ban asbestos Jul 14, 2007
The World Health Organization estimates that 90,000 to 100,000 people around the world die annually from asbestos-related conditions, such as lung cancer, asbestosis, mesothelioma and gastrointestinal cancers. Health Canada, unlike health authorities in many other Western countries, does not keep national statistics on the domestic toll of asbestos-related diseases, but a paper issued last month in the International Journal of Occupational and Environmental Health estimated there have been... (Globe and Mail)
Cancer society wants feds to ban asbestos Jul 13, 2007
Exposure to asbestos has been linked to an increased risk of lung cancer, mesothelioma, asbestosis, laryngeal cancer, cancers of the gastrointestinal tract and other diseases. It is believed that asbestos fibres attract cancer-causing agents after they enter the lungs. (CTV.ca)
LegalView.com Continues Development of Comprehensive Mesothelioma Portal Jul 13, 2007
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Cancer Society calls for ban on asbestos Jul 12, 2007
The World Health Organization estimates that about 90,000 to 100,000 people around the world die annually from asbestos-related conditions, such as lung cancer, asbestosis, mesothelioma and gastrointestinal cancers. Health Canada, unlike health authorities in many other western countries, does not keep national statistics on the domestic toll of asbestos-related diseases, but a paper issued last month in the International Journal of Occupational and Environmental Health estimated there have been... (Globe and Mail)
'Toxic mold' is a myth, claims local allergy specialist Jul 2, 2007
Taxpayer en wrote on Jun 30, 2007 12:07 PM:" There was nothing wrong with asbestosis for years, either. Just what do you call mesolothemia? There was nothing with fiberglass for years, either. Why are people dying from breathing it without respirators on. I guess there's nothing to mold, either. Just a government conspiracy, right OSkkkAR ". Whoa Nellie. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Emergency resolution on Tokay mold means delay of school start date Jun 28, 2007
WY wrote on Jun 27, 2007 9:07 AM:" Why start late? Bus them to the Stockton compound we built! Our kids get mold and a broken down school and We keep building fresh new buildings for Stockton kids. Someone made a bad deal with Stockton for their grandkids back in the day, and we have to pay the tab. Nice legacy to leave your kids. I full on blame the good ole boys for that one. Now I'm Tuot; Taxpayer en wrote on Jun 27, 2007 7:31 AM:" Just curious to know who's going to do the removal of the... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Asbestos in NY Jun 15, 2007
Asbestosis is also sucked out through tunnel exhaust fans, poisoning the air above ground. Of the 10 maintenance workers mentioned, nine now have asthma, requiring treatment; seven have asbestosis; all have elevated risks of lung cancer, colon cancer, and mesothelioma -- an incurable cancer of the lining of the lungs or abdominal cavity ... Within the next 25 years and beyond, cases of mesothelioma and asbestosis will reach epidemic proportions. (Suite101.com)
Mesothelioma Resource Website Launch Jun 15, 2007
However, studies began to show that exposure to asbestos lead to serious medical consequences, including mesothelioma, asbestosis and several forms of cancer ... Many cases of mesothelioma, asbestosis and cancer of the respiratory system can take years and even decades to fully appear inside a patient's body, and any exposure to this substance creates a potential risk, even in children. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
People in Libby await appellate court's ruling in asbestos casePosted on June 7 Jun 8, 2007
Since at least the mid-1970s, Grace and its officials knew about but concealed devastating health effects tied to asbestos exposure, the government said, and consequently many Libby residents "are dying, or have died already, from mesothelioma, asbestosis and other asbestos-related disease.". Assistant U.S. Attorney Kris McLean from Montana and Todd Aagaard from the Justice Department said Molloy's rulings forbid the government from presenting information drawn from Grace's own asbestos testing... (Missoulian, MT)
Asbestos is found at elementary Jun 7, 2007
The inhalation of tiny asbestos fibers causes lung cancer, asbestosis and mesothelioma. But asbestos poses a health risk only when its fibers are released into the air. (SunSpot.net)
Hardie back in black, tips more good times May 29, 2007
But this did not reduce the suffering of victims overall, with the number of asbestosis victims rising from 102 to 155 in the 12 months to June 30. But one benefit for Hardie is that asbestosis sufferers receive about one-third of the compensation of a mesothelioma victim. (The Age)
Australia's James Hardie swings to profit May 28, 2007
Monday, May 28, 2007. Australia's James Hardie swings to profit Posted: 28 May 2007 1151 hrs. (Channel News Asia)
James Hardie profit up, asbestos liability estimate down May 28, 2007
But this did not alleviate the suffering of victims over all, with the number of asbestosis victims rising from 102 to 155 in the 12 months to June 30. But one benefit for Hardie is that asbestosis sufferers receive around one-third of the compensation of a mesothelioma victim. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
James Hardie lowers asbestos provisions May 28, 2007
The valuation of asbestos-related disease liabilities of former James Hardie Entities to be met by the Asbestos Injuries Compensation Fund trust is the amount that is anticipated to be claimed by suffers of mesothelioma and asbestosis caused by James Hardie asbestos products, which were scrapped in the mid 1980s. "Claims reporting for mesothelioma has shown a second annual fall," KPMG said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Pneumonia could add to lung damage May 22, 2007
However, when a person also has underlying lung disease like emphysema, asbestosis or cystic fibrosis, the acute infection will add insult to permanent injury and worsen the function of already irreversibly damaged lungs. Also, in the setting of acute respiratory distress syndrome, where there's diffuse and severe lung injury caused by serious infection, aspiration injury, lung contusion from trauma or severe pancreatitis, pneumonia might permanently damage severely injured lung tissue beyond... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Life & Style May 18, 2007
Just wondering whether there is any data available that gives rates of mesothelioma or asbestosis for people who have not wor. . (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Session ends with completed budget May 16, 2007
Eve Franklin, D-Great Falls, noted that the budget provides money that will help all corners of Montana, including public schools, asbestosis sufferers in Libby, the mentally ill, students in the university system and parents of disabled children. his is a budget that serves every one of our constituents, that serves many, many needs that they cannot do without, she said. (Missoulian, MT)
JAMES G. ZUMWALT: A killer lurks below May 16, 2007
While exposure is more concentrated and regular for these workers due to the confined spaces in which they must labor, asbestosis also sucked out through tunnel exhaust fans, poisoning the air above ground. Of the 10 maintenance workers mentioned, nine now have asthma, requiring treatment; seven have asbestosis; all have elevated risks of lung cancer, colon cancer and mesothelioma -- an incurable cancer of the lining of the lungs or abdominal cavity ... We will, within the next quarter-century... (Washington Times)
Asbestos in your home| May 14, 2007
Once lodged in the lungs asbestos fibres cause asbestosis which is incurable and fatal. And whats more is the sufferer may live for several years before he sees the first symptoms and initially he may feel no effects at all. (iAfrica.com)
