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Asbestos Exposure While Pregnant Asbestos exposure during pregnancy may subject the mother and the unborn child to health risks. The risk to the fetus is considered to be minimal, because asbestos fibers rarely enter the bloodstream. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma while pregnant, contact the Lanier Law Firm today for

Asbestos in Schools School buildings constructed before 1980 may contain asbestos in virtually all building components from the rooftops to the floors. School districts across the United States have failed to take meaningful action to mitigate asbestos hazards in schools. As a result, children and personnel face heightened risks of developing mesothelioma and other asbestos-related

Social Media Addiction  Social media addiction is increasingly common among children and adolescents. Young people are susceptible to the mental health effects caused by the manipulative algorithms used by social media platforms. While social interactions are necessary for adolescent development, companies put profits ahead of safety when they fail to protect users from the risks

How To Tell People You Have Cancer  If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you may not be sure how to tell people you have cancer. It can help to make a plan for telling others about your diagnosis. Make a list of people you want to talk to and be honest about your emotions,

Mental Health and Mesothelioma Caring for your mental health after a mesothelioma diagnosis can improve your quality of life and positively impact your physical response to treatment. It is natural to feel sadness and anxiety about your diagnosis, but with support, you can still experience purpose and joy as your condition progresses. Navigate This Page

Plant Workers Asbestos Exposure Although most new asbestos use was curtailed by the late 1970s, plant workers continue to develop new asbestos-related illnesses due to the latency period of these conditions and continued asbestos exposure through older industrial equipment, building materials, and asbestos screens in the chlor-alkali industry. The Lanier Law Firm helps asbestos plant