Why Mesothelioma Diagnoses Are Still Increasing Despite Reduced Asbestos Use

Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer caused almost exclusively by asbestos exposure. While asbestos use has dramatically declined in the United States and other Western nations, diagnoses of mesothelioma continue to rise. This trend may seem counterintuitive, but there are several reasons why mesothelioma cases are still being reported. The Long Latency Period of Mesothelioma One […]