It often seems Americans hear about every product recall under the Sun, from automobile airbags to chicken nuggets. But the federal government issues well over 4,000 every year, averaging roughly one recall every two hours. Almost nobody hears about most of them. So...
These jobs may put you at risk of developing mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a rare and life-threatening form of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. In the 1970s, countless workers contracted mesothelioma from asbestos exposure and steps were taken to reduce the risks of exposure in the workplace. However, even with these...
Commonly misdiagnosed medical conditions
Tennesseans with medical ailments typically seek treatment. When they do, they rely on the expertise of medical professionals to identify their condition. However, not every diagnosis they make is accurate. When this happens, it can create significant adversity for...
What are the symptoms of the 4 types of mesothelioma?
Malignant mesothelioma is an aggressive and deadly form of cancer that occurs in the thin layers surrounding the majority of a person’s internal organs. People who have worked around asbestos, such as in construction jobs, are most at risk. Pleural mesothelioma is the...
