Mesothelioma Still Prevalent in Canada Following Asbestos Ban
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Written By: Tim Povtak,
Last modified: February 8, 2021
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Malignant mesothelioma cancer isn’t going away any time soon.
Asbestos exposure may be the only confirmed cause of mesothelioma, but the nationwide ban of the toxic mineral is not predicted to slow the rise in cases for decades.
Opened the door to compensation claims for miners
Author of the article: Ron Grech
Publishing date: Jan 18, 2021 • January 18, 2021 • 3 minute read • Retired miners and survivors of those who may have been exposed to McIntyre Powder are invited to take in two online presentations by the lead researcher of that study that linked the inhalation of this powder with higher rates of Parkinson s disease and other health defects. Supplied jpg, TD
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A study released last year that showed “statistically significant increased risk of Parkinson’s disease in McIntyre Powder-exposed miners” provided a breakthrough for many of those who had previously been denied compensation after developing Parkinson’s.
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