Mesothelioma: Unraveling the Impact of Asbestos Exposure and Predicting Future Trends
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Mesothelioma: Unraveling the Impact of Asbestos Exposure and Predicting Future Trends

ByHolly Zink

Mesothelioma cases have been decreasing around the world over the past 30 years, finds researchers from the Huazhong University of Science and Technology. The Changing Landscape of Mesothelioma Their goal was to look at how the burden of mesothelioma has changed over time and make predictions about future trends. Mesothelioma is a rare cancer that is hard to diagnose and treat. It is caused by exposure to a toxic mineral called asbestos. There are different types of mesotheliomas depending on where in the body it develops. Mesothelioma that grows in the lining of the lungs is called pleural mesothelioma. When it grows in the lining of the abdominal cavity, it is called peritoneal mesothelioma. Mesothelioma has also been found around…

30 Years of Global Rise in Mesothelioma Cases
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30 Years of Global Rise in Mesothelioma Cases

ByHolly Zink

A new study has found that the rate of mesothelioma cases around the world has continued to increase over the past 30 years. The study was published in Critical Reviews in Oncology and Hematology. The study researchers summarized the most recent worldwide patterns in mesothelioma burden. It is the most recent and thorough study on the annual incidence, mortality, and loss of lifespan for mesothelioma. Mesothelioma and Asbestos Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that is caused by exposure to asbestos. Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral found throughout the world and is toxic to humans. Many countries have banned or tried to limit the use of asbestos. Unfortunately, asbestos is still used in many places around the world. It…