Researchers Discover Protein Linking Exposure to Asbestos and Mesothelioma
A new study links a protein caused by asbestos exposure to the development of mesothelioma.
Tag Archives: Mesothelioma
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Mesothelioma Rates Declining Four Decades After Most Use of Asbestos Banned in U.S.: Study
A new study finds that mesothelioma rates linked to asbestos exposure are declining, and the age of those diagnosed is increasing as decades-old bans finally begin to have positive health…
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EPA Finalizes New Asbestos Reporting Rule
The EPA has finalized a new asbestos reporting rule which the agency says will help aid it in potential regulatory actions to protect the public from cancer mesothelioma risks.
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Jury Awards $18.8M in First Talcum Powder Trial After J&J’s Failed Bankruptcy Scheme
A California man has been awarded $18.8 million following a trial over claims Johnson & Johnson's talcum powder products contained asbestos which led to his mesothelioma diagnosis.
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Jury Trial Underway for Talcum Powder Lawsuit Against Johnson & Johnson in California
A talcum powder lawsuit involving claims Johnson & Johnson products were tainted with asbestos is now before a jury in California state court.
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Congressman Seeks GAO Probe Into Johnson & Johnson Talcum Powder Costs to U.S. Government
A U.S. lawmaker has called for a GAO investigation into the federal healthcare costs of talcum powder asbestos injuries since the 1970s.
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EPA Plans New Safety Regulations for Asbestos, Phthalates in 2023
The EPA says it plans to issued new rules to prevent toxic exposure to some forms of asbestos and phthalates this year.
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Johnson & Johnson Will Soon Face Talcum Powder Cancer Lawsuits in the U.K. As Well as In U.S.
Johnson & Johnson will soon likely face talcum powder cancer lawsuits in the U.K. filed by women who developed ovarian cancer and asbestos-related injuries after using its talc-based products.
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EPA Assesses Conditions for Using Asbestos-Containing Talc in Risk Evaluation
The EPA has announced the scope of the second part of its asbestos risk assessment, which will include legacy uses and asbestos-containing talc products.
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EPA Proposes New Rules for Reporting Asbestos Use
The EPA has proposed new asbestos reporting requirements which would go hand-in-hand with a recently announced asbestos ban.
