'Mesothelioma' Category
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | October 17, 2008
Finding Inspiration Through Lung Cancer Tragedy
Lung cancer affects the lives of millions of people every day. As one of the world’s leading cancers, over prostate and breast cancer, lung cancer has removed many a loved one from… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | October 16, 2008
Dealing With Asbestos In Your Home
Yesterday we talked about finding asbestos in your attic. Today, we move downstairs and look at the rest of your house. So you’re finally getting that kitchen of your dreams, and as the… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | October 15, 2008
Is There Asbestos in Your Attic?
Some environmental experts believe up to 16 million homes contain vermiculite insulation, a product that may contain asbestos. When homeowners discover that this potentially dangerous product is insulating their homes, they often… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | October 14, 2008
When a Parent Has Mesothelioma
In every person’s life there comes a time when we have to deal with the death of a loved one. For many, the most heart-wrenching experience comes with the pending death of… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | October 13, 2008
Mesothelioma Support Groups: Going Virtual
The Internet has changed much of how we, as a society, interact with one another. It shouldn’t be surprising that support groups have spread to the World Wide Web as well. Once… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | October 6, 2008
What Tests are Performed to Help Diagnose Mesothelioma?
For the men and women who worked in the asbestos industry, a chest film or chest x-ray was likely required by your employer or union. Unfortunately, some of the individuals I have… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | October 2, 2008
Asbestos and Site Closures: Better Safe Than Sorry
There’s no such thing as being too cautious when it comes to asbestos. Today brings more news of asbestos in the air, this time at a construction site and business. A construction… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | September 29, 2008
Mesothelioma Awareness Day 2008
As we’ve written about on this blog before, building awareness about mesothelioma is paramount in the effort to keep people safer from asbestos and get mesothelioma patients better treatment options. Good news from the… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | September 25, 2008
Are Blood Tests Useful to Diagnose Mesothelioma?
Almost all of us have had a blood test for one reason or another. It is a basic procedure for any routine physical. If your white blood cell count is elevated, it… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | September 23, 2008
The Simmons Hanly Conroy Attorney Recognized for Helping Veterans with Asbestos
The Simmons Hanly Conroy attorney Gloria Colon is featured this week in Missouri Lawyers Weekly for her inspiring story and dedication to helping veterans. Colon is part of our asbestos litigation team, but also puts countless… Read More