All posts by Simmons Hanly Conroy
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | September 18, 2008
Pennsylvania School Closes Over Asbestos Concerns
A school in Munhall, Pennsylvania closed down on Wednesday due to concerns for safety after asbestos was discovered on the roof. After parents complained at a school board meeting Tuesday night, the… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | September 17, 2008
Ban Asbestos Bill Moves Forward
There was encouraging news on Capitol Hill yesterday. The “Bruce Vento Ban Asbestos and Prevent Mesothelioma Act of 2008” was introduced in the House by the Committee on Energy and Commerce’s Environment… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | September 15, 2008
Illinois Woman Raises Awareness About Mesothelioma and Asbestos
Last week The Southern, a newspaper for Southern Illinois, published a story about a local woman with mesothelioma who has been working diligently to build awareness about mesothelioma and the dangers of asbestos. Lacey… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | September 12, 2008
How is Mesothelioma Diagnosed?
I have scrutinized hundreds of medical records over the last decade, and the one major point I want to make clear is that I rarely find a mention of asbestos exposure in… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | September 8, 2008
What are the Symptoms of Mesothelioma?
As Dr. Pass states, most patients have mesothelioma symptoms anywhere from two weeks to six months prior to seeking medical treatment. The symptoms can and do include shortness of breath, loss of appetite, pain… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | September 5, 2008
Asbestos Screening Program in Libby, Montana Comes to Close
The federally funded effort supporting free asbestos screenings for the residents of Libby Montana is coming to an end. September 19 will be the last day for residents in Libby to receive… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | September 3, 2008
UK’s Youngest Peritoneal Mesothelioma Patient Passes Away
Last week a young woman from Britian, age 28, passed away due to peritoneal mesothelioma, an asbestos cancer that attacks the lining of the abdomen. She was believed to be the UK’s youngest… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | September 3, 2008
UK's Youngest Peritoneal Mesothelioma Patient Passes Away
Last week a young woman from Britian, age 28, passed away due to peritoneal mesothelioma, an asbestos cancer that attacks the lining of the abdomen. She was believed to be the UK’s youngest… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | September 3, 2008
Letterman Discusses Mesothelioma Victim and Music Great Warren Zevon
In Rolling Stone’s upcoming September cover story about David Letterman, the famous late-night talk-show host retells his heartwarming last encounter with musician Warren Zevon, who died in 2003. Zevon was diagnosed with… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 31, 2008
Dangerous Chemical Spill Injures Workers in East St. Louis Plant
Normally we save this blog for talking about mesothelioma and asbestos-related diseases, and how they affect families all across the nation. But today we’re turning our attention to a different subject. Yesterday… Read More
