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Asbestos can cause Mesothelioma

February 5, 2010 posted by in Health Tips and Guide on 1:11 pm
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Asbestos can cause Mesothelioma – Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that is almost always caused by exposure to asbestos. In this disease, malignant cells develop in the mesothelium, a protective lining that covers most of the body’s internal organs. Its most common site is the pleura (outer lining of the lungs and internal chest Continue Reading…

What causes mesothelioma

May 13, 2009 posted by in Current News and Fashion Trends and Tips on 10:56 am
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mesothelioma

 
Asbestos is the most common cause of mesothelioma. Up to nine out of ten cases of mesothelioma are caused by exposure to asbestos. Asbestos is a natural mineral, mined from rock found in many countries. It is made up of tiny fibres that are as strong as steel but can be woven like cotton and Continue Reading…

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