Union finds workers exposed to asbestos

March 8, 2010


Mesothelioma Cancer News provides news and information on asbestos attorneys and law.
Australia (Mesothelioma Cancer News) – A union has found that liquefied natural gas project workers were exposed to dangerous asbestos levels. As reported by AAP, Australian Manufacturing Workers Union (AMWU) state secretary Steve McCartney recently alleged the lives of the workers have been placed […]

Asbestos death disputed by high court

March 4, 2010


Mesothelioma Cancer News provides news and information for asbestos attorneys.
Australia (Mesothelioma Cancer News) – An Australia High Court is disputing claims that the death of a long-time smoker was caused by asbestos. As reported by News.com.au, the court ruled the long-time smoking habit of Paul Cotton was a more likely cause of his development of […]

Appeal filed in Hollywood Internet piracy case

February 26, 2010


Film studios are reportedly seeking an appeal in an Internet piracy case against an Australian Internet provider.
Sydney (WiredPRNews.com) – An appeal has reportedly been filed in a case against an Australian Internet provider found to be not liable for customer illegal movie downloads. As reported by AFP, several Hollywood film studios lodged the appeal this […]

Investigation begins into school asbestos removal

February 26, 2010


Mesothelioma Cancer News provides news and information on asbestos attorneys and law.
Australia (Mesothelioma Cancer News) – An investigation has reportedly begun into the removal process of asbestos at a school in north Queensland. As reported by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation News, the State Government ordered an investigation into accusations regarding a breach of the Workplace […]

Study labels Santa an unhealthy role model

December 18, 2009


A new study suggests the beloved holiday figure is a negative role model for children.
Australia (WiredPRNews.com) – A recent study accuses Santa Claus of having a negative influence on the health of children. As reported by AFP, the Australian study suggests the legendary holiday figure promotes an unhealthy lifestyle that includes poor eating habits and […]

Coffee may decrease diabetes risks

December 16, 2009


A new study suggests coffee and tea may decrease the risk of developing diabetes.
U.S. (WiredPRNews.com) – A recent study suggests that coffee and tea consumption may decrease the risk of developing type 2 diabetes for individuals. As reported by HealthDay News, the Australian study found that each cup of coffee consumed was linked to a […]

Asbestos warning issued about carpet underlay

December 15, 2009


The WA issues a warning about potential asbestos contamination in carpet underlay.
Australia (Mesothelioma Cancer News) – The WA Health Department has issued a warning regarding possible asbestos contamination in carpet underlay manufactured prior to regulations of the 1970s. As reported by PerthNow, the Department is recommending carpet replacement for people with older carpets.
Department director of […]

Woman’s death attributed to self-help course

December 8, 2009


A self-help course is blamed for the suicide of a woman in Sydney.
Sydney, Australia (WiredPRNews.com) – A self-help course has been blamed for the suicide of a woman in Sydney four years ago. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), a coroner in Australia stated on Tuesday that the death of 34-year-old Rebekah Lawrence, who […]

Mesothelioma Cancer News - Soil removed after asbestos finding

December 1, 2009


Tons of soil has been removed from a former landfill due to the finding of asbestos.
Australia (Mesothelioma Cancer News) – Tons of soil has been removed from a former landfill due to asbestos findings. As reported by AAP, the ASIO spy agency removed 75,000 tons of the contaminated soil, from the location where its new […]

Fiber beneficial for diabetes and asthma

November 5, 2009


New research suggests fiber may have additional benefits than regularity.
U.S. (WiredPRNews.com) – A new study suggests a diet rich in fiber may be beneficial for combating diabetes, arthritis, and asthma. As reported by AFP, the research revealed that the benefits of fiber go beyond digestive regularity, and may also play a role in boosting the […]

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