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22 hrs ago | This is York

Asbestos support group's anger over reports Government to block proposals

CAMPAIGNERS in York say they are "shocked and disappointed" by claims the Government has decided against restoring compensation for people suffering from an asbestos-related condition.

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Related Topix: Health

Fri Jul 10, 2009

Londonderry Today

Asbestos legislation proposal welcomed

THE widow of former Mayor of Londonderry Tony Carlin - who died of mesothelioma six years ago - has welcomed a recommendation to have the law changed to allow people suffering from the effects of asbestos exposure claim compensation.

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Related Topix: Health

Thu Jul 09, 2009

Worthing Today

Retired boxing champion died of pneumonia brought on by asbestos, inquest told

A former boxing champion died of pneumonia after being exposed to asbestos for many years, an inquest heard.

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Related Topix: Health

Wed Jul 08, 2009

Fenland Today

Family plan fundraiser to mark David's death

THE family of well-known March businessman David Dobson are planning to hold a charity fundraising event in his memory.

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Related Topix: Health, United Kingdom, Cambridgeshire County, England

Health

New Drug Approved for Advanced Lung Cancer

MONDAY, July 6 a ' The drug Alimta has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to prevent progression of certain types of advanced or metastatic lung cancer , the agency said Monday.

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Related Topix: Health, Lung Cancer, Food and Drug Administration

Tue Jul 07, 2009

Asahi Shimbun

State told to pay for asbestos death

A district court branch here Monday ordered the central government to pay 76.84 million yen in compensation to the family of a naval base worker who died from an asbestos-related illness.

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Related Topix: Japan, World News, Health

Mon Jul 06, 2009

Health Scout

Alimta Approved as Maintenance Therapy for Advanced Lung Cancer

The drug Alimta has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to prevent progression of certain types of advanced or metastatic lung cancer , the agency said Monday.

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Related Topix: Health, Lung Cancer, Food and Drug Administration

Philly.com

Ask Dan: Be willing to forgive yourself

My daughter died three years ago of the lung disease mesothelioma at age 38. She had suffered from depression, panic, and anxiety from a very young age.

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Related Topix: Health, Opinion

Sun Jul 05, 2009

Scotsman.com

Compensation hopes of asbestos-linked cancer campaigners dashed by ruling

THOUSANDS of sufferers of an asbestos-related illness linked to cancer have been told that they will not qualify for state benefits.

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Related Topix: Health

Sat Jul 04, 2009

Surreycomet.co.uk

Residents say 'No' to asbestos collection plans

Deadly asbestos could be collected at a waste centre in Epsom, if plans submitted to Surrey County Council are approved.

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Related Topix: Health

Thu Jul 02, 2009

Netscape

How to Prepare to Speak with a Mesothelioma Attorney

How to Prepare to Speak with a Mesothelioma Attorney >> Posted By lynx8385 1 hour, 57 minutes ago in Health & Fitness > Mesothelioma attorneys are very eager to find mesothelioma patients.

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Related Topix: Health

Wed Jul 01, 2009

Bellingham Herald

EPA testing yards near former Spokane factory

Crews are testing residential yards near W.R. Grace & Co.'s former insulation factory in Spokane for asbestos fibers that can cause cancer.

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Related Topix: Environmental Law, Law, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Libby, MT, Health

Tue Jun 30, 2009

Southtyneside Today

Fashion show helps fight against killer OUR annual fashion show is certainly looking to the future.

OUR annual fashion show is certainly looking to the future. By backing our charities, we're making sure cancer sufferers will have the help they need in years to come.

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Related Topix: Health, Tyne and Wear County, England,

Sun Jun 28, 2009

The Hill Times

MPs living with cancer

Three-term Bloc Qubcois MP Nicole Demers went to sleep one night in 2000 in perfect health and woke up the next morning to find a lump on her left breast the size of a small potato.

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Related Topix: Medicine, Cancer, Health, Breast Cancer, Canada, Prostate Cancer

Rochdale Observer

Campaigner sets out on epic mission

AN ASBESTOS campaigner has set out on his epic bid to cycle 1,200 miles to highlight the dangers of a a hidden killera TM.

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Related Topix: Health

Fri Jun 26, 2009

KARE 11 TV

U of M to survey Iron Range for cancer study

A random sample of current and former Iron Range taconite workers will soon receive letters inviting them to participate in a screening program for a rare lung disease.

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Related Topix: University of Minnesota, Iron, MN, Health

Cleaning & Maintenance Mgmt.

Three companies face OSHA fines for asbestos

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently cited three companies for "willful and serious" violations of federal regulations concerning asbestos, according to Mesothelioma News .

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Related Topix: OSHA, Health

Thu Jun 25, 2009

Andover Advertiser | Basingstoke

Asbestos: Remove it from our schools

NEARLY all children in the Basingstoke area are being taught in schools containing asbestos.

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Related Topix: Health, Adolescents and Pre-Teens, Family, Hampshire County, England

Tue Jun 23, 2009

Yorkshire Post

Echoes of Erin Brockovich as doughty campaigner for justice 'stars' in Dust

THE story of a Leeds woman who fought for legal justice against a factory which spewed asbestos dust into the local community is being brought to the stage.

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Related Topix: Health

Sun Jun 21, 2009

Rehab Management

Alfacell Provides Shareholder Update

I am grateful to have this opportunity to share with you important developments taking place at this critical juncture in our company history.

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Related Topix: Healthcare Law, Law, Health, Medicine, Cancer, New York Medical College, Oncology

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