Ibogaine Therapy Could Revolutionize Addiction Treatment Ibogaine, a psychedelic made from the root of a shrub native to central Africa, is showing promising results as a treatment for opioid addiction. It is a strong drug that can leave people to trip for more than 24 hours and can lead to sudden cardiac arrest and death. […]
Understanding Mesothelioma Risk Factors: Who Should Consider Early Screening
Understanding Mesothelioma Risk Factors: Who Should Consider Early Screening Mesothelioma, a rare but aggressive form of cancer, is caused by exposure to asbestos fibers. While the latency period between exposure and diagnosis can be decades long, early detection is crucial for improving treatment outcomes and extending survival rates. Understanding the risk factors associated with mesothelioma […]
National Cancer Prevention Month 2024
National Cancer Prevention Month 2024 February is National Cancer Prevention Month. Research shows that more than 40 percent of cancers that are diagnosed and half of all cancer deaths are from preventable causes. Causes can include smoking, excess body weight, physical inactivity, and excessive exposure to the sun. In 2020, it was estimated that 1,806,590 […]
Study Links Asbestos Cement Products to Elevated Worker Exposure Risks
Study Links Asbestos Cement Products to Elevated Worker Exposure Risks Asbestos cement products have long been fixtures in the construction industry, praised for their durability and fire-resistant qualities. Studies have unveiled a troubling correlation between these materials and heightened health risks for workers. Asbestos cement, commonly used in roofing sheets, pipes, and tiles, has been […]
Hair Relaxers and Cancer Risk
Hair Relaxers and Cancer Risk New evidence is showing a link between hair straightening chemicals and certain reproductive cancers. There is now a push to understand relaxers’ impact on Black women’s health. A study by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences was published. It was called The Sister Study and was a decades long […]
The Demise of Kelly-Moore: Asbestos Lawsuits Lead to Paint Giant’s Closure
The Demise of Kelly-Moore: Asbestos Lawsuits Lead to Paint Giant’s Closure Kelly-Moore, an American paint company with roots tracing back to 1946, has shut down due to the financial burden of asbestos-related lawsuits. With over $600 million spent on legal liabilities and an additional $170 million estimated for future litigation, the company is unable to […]
Georgia-Pacific Not Paying Asbestos Victims and Their Families
Georgia-Pacific Not Paying Asbestos Victims and Their Families Asbestos victims, their families, and attorneys claim that a Koch Industries owned company and its lawyers are using a bankruptcy technique to avoid paying money to former employees. The company in question, Georgia-Pacific, is a paper and building products company. It has been in a legal battle […]
Common Questions About Mesothelioma
Common Questions About Mesothelioma Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that develops in the mesothelial cells, which form the protective lining around the lungs, abdomen, and heart. The disease is closely associated with asbestos exposure, as inhaling or ingesting asbestos fibers can lead to the development of cancerous cells over time. Causes and Risk Factors […]
Bottled Water Contains Far More Plastic Bits Than Previously Thought
Bottled Water Contains Far More Plastic Bits Than Previously Thought A new study has found that bottled water sold in stores has 10 to 100 times the number of plastic particles than was previously estimated. The particles are so small that they cannot be seen under a microscope. Nanoplastics are so small that they are […]
Nippon Steel Secures U.S. Steel in Landmark $14.9 Billion Acquisition
Nippon Steel Secures U.S. Steel in Landmark $14.9 Billion Acquisition In a significant development, the United States Steel Corporation (U.S. Steel) is poised to undergo changes as it was recently acquired by Japanese-based Nippon Steel, in a deal valued at $14.9 billion. Despite this shift in ownership, U.S. Steel has reassured stakeholders that it will […]