News tagged with asbestos exposure
Protein test detects early-stage, asbestos-related pulmonary cancer
Researchers investigating a novel biomarker test believe it is the most accurate yet in detecting proteins secreted from tumors caused by exposure to asbestos. Study results of this aptamer proteomic technology were presented ...
Apr 04, 2011 |
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Avoid risking children's health during home energy retrofits, renovations, experts urge
Home energy retrofits tackle climate change and when done right they should make homes healthier, while aiding families struggling with utility bills.
Mar 06, 2011 |
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Exposure to North Dakota road material may increase risk of lung cancer
New data shows that people exposed to the mineral erionite found in the gravel of road materials in North Dakota may be at significantly increased risk of developing mesothelioma, a type of lung cancer most often associated ...
Dec 09, 2010 |
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Possible vaccine for mesothelioma proven safe
Researchers have demonstrated the safety of a potential vaccine against mesothelioma, a rare cancer associated primarily with asbestos exposure. The vaccine, which infuses uses a patient's own dendritic cells (DC) with antigen ...
Mar 04, 2010 |
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1 in 8 with lung cancer show asbestos exposure, study finds
Pleural plaques, or a thickening of lung membranes due to asbestos exposure, were found in one in eight lung cancer patients, according to medical research papers jointly released Monday by 12 medical institutions in Japan.
Jun 01, 2009 |
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