Measles Vaccine Could Help Asbestosis, Mesothelioma Patients
By John Curran
Measles was a deadly virus that killed thousands before a vaccine was developed for children. Now, asbestos-linked mesothelioma sufferers may be able to take advantage of the virus’ killer instincts in limiting the spread of the cancer within their lungs.
A virus is like a vampire, occupying a host cell that it forces to produce more cells like itself. If it can target mesothelioma cells alone, then the virus can act like a viral scalpel. Performed at the prestigious May Clinic, the trial is in the early stages, with the most recent only working with two patients. In addition, the organization only mentioned that there were few adverse effects.
Still, mesothelioma class action lawsuit settlement lawyers and other experts note that people should be optimistic about these developments. Along with other medical trials, some by pharmaceutical companies, it represents hope that future asbestosis side effects sufferers will have a working treatment. It would be an improvement over the current situation, where asbestos-linked mesothelioma patients simply receive palliative care.
However, the most effective means of dealing with mesothelioma is still never getting it in the first place. While no new construction can include the material, which was used as insulation, it can still pop up in renovation projects, especially when cities work to revitalize downtrodden areas. Asbestosis risks led to five years’ of probation for a St. Louis real estate developer who failed to properly dispose of the material during a project.
The simplest choice is to avoid areas where work on older buildings is being done. As Top Class Actions will cover in future weeks, housing authorities and local governments often downplay the risks before facing millions of dollars i settlements with plaintiffs and their mesothelioma class action lawsuit lawyers down the line.
If you or someone you know has been exposed to asbestos, even if symptoms are not severe, you may be able to get help. Visit our Mesothelioma Asbestos Class Action Lawsuit Settlement Investigation to learn more about your legal options. When you fill out the short form there, you can also get a free consultation of your potential case with an experienced asbestos mesothelioma lawsuit lawyer.
Until medications become more effective, treatments will be expensive and take a while to show any impact. Get help with any potential medical costs and contact a qualified asbestos mesothelioma lawsuit attorney today.
Updated October 31st, 2012
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