Posts Tagged ‘mesothelioma’
New Mesothelioma Test
A team of scientists at Oxford University have created a more sensitive test for mesothelioma. The new test is less invasive and more accurate. The test distinguishes the reason for the pleural effusion, which can be caused by many other lung conditions. 90% of mesothelioma sufferers have this condition.
Currently doctors perform pleural fluid cytology looking for cancerous cells. This is not a particularly sensitive test.
Appeal for help ROYAL GEORGE MILL Oldham
WE Solicitors represent the family of Kenneth Wildman, a victim of asbestos cancer who tragically died 7th August 2007 after a painful battle with his illness. His daughter Gillian is now seeking justice and needs your help. Ken Wildman worked at Royal George Mill for RR Whitehead and Bros Ltd (later Bury Cooper Whitehead Ltd) as a Fitter and later at Chargehand/ Forman in the Maintenance Department during the 1960s/ 1970s. He came into contact with asbestos that lagged steam pipes and boilers whilst performing his duties.
In an important test case the High Court in London today announced its long awaited decision on the asbestos “Trigger Case”.
The Court has ruled that sufferers of mesothelioma, a fatal tumour of the lining of the lung caused by exposure to asbestos, can continue to claim mesothelioma compensation from the insurer who provided cover at the time the deadly asbestos dust was inhaled by the sufferer.