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Published on February 18, 2010 - 21:49 GMT

Officials to conduct mesothelioma-causing asbestos study at North Country jail

St. Lawrence County officials have decided to postpone the planned study for possible uses for the former Judson Street jail in Canton, New York. The study was expected to cost $110,000, and given the current economic climate, officials agreed …

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Published on February 17, 2010 - 20:17 GMT

Mesothelioma victim inspires statue, founding of new cancer research group

The mesothelioma-related death of an Australian man will be memorialized by both a massive bronze sculpture and a cancer research foundation. Biaggio Signorelli passed away after battling mesothelioma in 2008 at the age of 70. …

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Published on February 15, 2010 - 19:31 GMT

Mesothelioma Alert: Texas family files asbestos-related lawsuit

The surviving wife and children of a deceased Texas man have filed a lawsuit against oil giant Chevron, arguing that the death of the man was caused by work-related asbestos exposure. Julia Fontenot, Adam Fontenot, Elbert Fontenot, Shelton …

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Published on February 14, 2010 - 17:23 GMT

Mesothelioma Warning: Asbestos must be removed from California art museum

In Fresno, California, the city council has approved an emergency proposal to repair the roof of the Fresno Art Museum. The ceiling at the museum contains asbestos, and that will need to be abated. Generally speaking, the city council has to …

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Published on February 13, 2010 - 17:20 GMT

Asbestos Cancer Alert: Vacant medical building requires extensive asbestos removal

In Brownwood, Texas, the vacant Medical Arts Hospital building has been slated for demolition. The building must be demolished, rather than renovated, because of severe structural damage. However, before the building can be torn down, it must …

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Published on February 12, 2010 - 20:26 GMT

Is Quebec’s asbestos industry contributing to the global burden of mesothelioma cancer?

A group of Canadian physicians are the latest opponents of the Canadian asbestos industry. The Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment is hoping to persuade Quebec Premier Jean Charest to ban the sale of asbestos. Charest recently …

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Published on February 11, 2010 - 19:35 GMT

Family of mesothelioma victim receives compensation

The family of a Pittsburgh-area mill worker who passed away from an asbestos-related illness has been awarded $2 million. An Allegheny County jury awarded the family of Barry Baumener monetary compensation last week. Originally, the jury returned …

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Published on February 10, 2010 - 19:16 GMT

Asbestos a concern at Alameda Point Naval Air Station

Fierce arguments have ensued over the proposed development of the former Naval Air Station at California’s Alameda Point. The Navy left the site over a decade ago, and developers want to use the property to create apartments, condos, …

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Published on February 9, 2010 - 19:11 GMT

Lung Cancer detection program could benefit victims of asbestos exposure

In Warwick, Rhode Island, a new early detection program is available for those at risk for developing lung cancer. The program, which operates out of Kent Hospital in Warwick, aims to identify those at high risk for the disease and detect lung …

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Published on February 8, 2010 - 17:05 GMT

Asbestos Cancer Alert: Tenants plan to sue owner of asbestos-laden motel

In Yakima, Washington, a group of tenants who lived at the Tourist Motel are planning to sue the motel’s owner for wrongful eviction. The Tourist Motel has made headlines in recent months because of its filthy, asbestos-laden state. Back …

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Published on February 7, 2010 - 17:28 GMT

Mesothelioma Cancer Alert: Philippine senate considers asbestos ban

A large number of special interest groups are hoping to convince the Philippine Senate to pass a bill that would ban asbestos. Groups in support of the ban include the Trade Union Congress of the Philippines (TUCP), the Associated Labor Unions ( …

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Published on February 6, 2010 - 17:23 GMT

Mesothelioma Alert: US troops subjected to asbestos-filled “burn-pits”

A growing number of US troops stationed overseas are raising concerns about their exposure to toxic “burn pits”. Among these soldiers are members of Houston’s 72nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, roughly 3,000 of who …

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Published on February 5, 2010 - 17:21 GMT

Oregon, Ohio city budget includes funds for mesothelioma-causing asbestos removal

In Oregon, Ohio, the city council has approved a $25,528,234 budget for capital improvements for 2010. One small portion of this project will include the removal of asbestos-laden pipe insulation at the municipal building. While the cost …

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Published on February 4, 2010 - 16:39 GMT

Mesothelioma Cancer Alert: Prevention the focus of World Cancer Day

The World Health Organization observes February 4th as World Cancer Day. Each year the WHO supports the Union Against Cancer in promoting ways to ease the global burden of this devastating disease. Cancer …

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Published on February 2, 2010 - 19:47 GMT

Asbestos Alert: New York school board considering sale of school known to contain asbestos

In Middletown, New York, the local school board has agreed to consider the sale of Memorial School. The 60,000-square-foot school is nearly 90 years old, and has been vacant for almost five years. According to School Board …

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Published on February 1, 2010 - 20:23 GMT

Asbestos cancer alert: mesothelioma-causing asbestos complicates sale of hospital property

In Norwich, Connecticut, the City Council ruled earlier this week to forgo the purchase of a former hospital property known to contain asbestos. The Norwich City Council met on Tuesday night and voted unanimously to reject the purchase the former …

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Published on January 31, 2010 - 20:26 GMT

Australian asbestos removal specialist under scrutiny

An Australian asbestos removal company is facing intense scrutiny from local officials, after allegations were made that the company failed to property remove asbestos from one project site. The removal of asbestos is a matter of public health and …

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Published on January 31, 2010 - 19:36 GMT

Asbestos Cancer Alert: Asbestos a concern during Haiti cleanup efforts

An outpouring of international aid and support has benefited Haiti. But recovering from the quake will be a long, complex process that will likely include cleaning up environmental hazards like asbestos. While no chemical or petroleum spills have …

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Published on January 30, 2010 - 20:24 GMT

Mesothelioma cancer-causing asbestos found in Minneapolis soil

In Minneapolis, Minnesota, city officials are planning to purchase a parcel of land that would be used to create a park near the Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway. However, the deal may fall through due to the recent announcement made about the …

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Published on January 30, 2010 - 19:31 GMT

Mesothelioma Alert: Occupational asbestos exposure leads to mesothelioma death

A woman from Henderson County, Texas has filed a lawsuit against eight different companies, arguing that the corporations are to blame for causing the death of her husband. Katherine Brashers claims her husband, Michael B. Brashers, developed a …

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