9/11 Responders Growing Risk of Developing Mesothelioma. Rescue workers and volunteers who assisted in rescue and recovery efforts after the 9/11 terrorist attacks now face the growing risk of developing mesothelioma (a form of lung cancer) and other cancers because of exposure to asbestos and other toxic substances. Asbestos used … [Read more...]
Growing Number Of Cancer Cases Among 9/11 Responders
Lawsuits Filed over Power Morcellators Risks Cancer
New lawsuits continue to be filed against the manufacturers of the power morcellators. Lawsuit Says Morcellator Spread Woman's Cancer. New lawsuits continue to be filed against the manufacturers of the power morcellator, a surgical tool used in gynecological surgeries that is alleged to spread hidden cancers, significantly reducing a … [Read more...]
Toxic Ground Zero Site Responsible for the Deaths of Cleanup Workers
Diseases Caused By Exposure To Dust And Toxic Debris In Ground Zero Site. Last week we reported on the death of James Zadroga, a 34-year-old homicide detective who was believed to be the first New York City police officer to die from a respiratory disease caused by exposure to dust and toxic debris during his hundreds of hours of … [Read more...]
