'Mesothelioma' Category
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | February 27, 2009
Mesothelioma & Asbestos Round-Up: February 27, 2009
Over the past week asbestos has continued to disrupt projects, and mesothelioma has continued to claim lives. In Minnesota, former U.S. congressman Dennis Newinski died of mesothelioma. Ironically, Mr. Newinski was once… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | February 27, 2009
Mesothelioma & Asbestos Round-Up: February 27, 2009
Over the past week asbestos has continued to disrupt projects, and mesothelioma has continued to claim lives. In Minnesota, former U.S. congressman Dennis Newinski died of mesothelioma. Ironically, Mr. Newinski was once… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | February 20, 2009
Mesothelioma & Asbestos News Roundup: February 20, 2009
This is our first edition of the Mesothelioma & Asbestos News Roundup. Our goal is to sift through the various items published about asbestos each week and provide you with what we… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | February 20, 2009
Mesothelioma & Asbestos News Roundup: February 20, 2009
This is our first edition of the Mesothelioma & Asbestos News Roundup. Our goal is to sift through the various items published about asbestos each week and provide you with what we… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | February 13, 2009
Is It Really Asbestos? Tracking Down the Truth About Home Asbestos Removal
Removing asbestos in your home is serious business that should only be handled by a professional asbestos abatement company. Most asbestos abatement companies are reputable, but just like any industry, there are… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | February 6, 2009
Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization Conference Set For Next Month
March will be here before you know it, and that means it’s time for the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization’s (ADAO) 5th Annual International Asbestos Awareness Conference. This year’s conference will be held in… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | February 5, 2009
Lisa Jackson Confirmed by Senate As Head of EPA
We recently told you about the prospective election of Lisa Jackson to head the Environmental Protection Agency. The Senate has now approved Jackson for the position of administrator. Jackson, who holds a chemical engineering degree… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | February 2, 2009
Baucus Hopes New EPA Nominee Will Focus on Mesothelioma in Libby, Montana
Environmental Protection Agency nominee Lisa Jackson has agreed to focus on the city of Libby, Montana if she is confirmed. The Western News recently highlighted Montana Democratic Senator Max Baucus’ request that… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | January 26, 2009
Mesothelioma Foundation Awards Grant to Research Scientist Haining Yang
The Cancer Research Center of Hawaii’s Thoracic Oncology Program has reason to celebrate, along with mesothelioma victims and scientists abroad, as one of its scientists, Haining Yang, MD, Ph.D, recently received a grant… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | January 23, 2009
Asbestos Cleanup Too Costly For Many
Maquoketa, Iowa, is a beautiful city located south of Dubuque along the Maquoketa River. The town has long been revered as “picturesque” with its array of historical sites, mysterious caves and unique… Read More
