61. AllRefer Health - Asbestosis (Idiopathic Interstitial Pneumonitis - From Asbesto asbestosis (Idiopathic Interstitial Pneumonitis from Asbestos Exposure, PulmonaryFibrosis - from Asbestos Exposure) information center covers causes, http://health.allrefer.com/health/asbestosis-info.html

AllRefer Channels :: Yellow Pages Reference Health Home ... Contact Us Quick Jump ADD/ADHD Allergies Alzheimer's Disease Arthritis Asthma Back Pain Breast Cancer Cancer Colon Cancer Depression Diabetes Gallbladder Disease Heart Attack Hepatitis High Cholesterol HIV/AIDS Hypertension Lung Cancer Menopause Migraines/Headaches Osteoporosis Pneumonia Prostate Cancer SARS Stroke Urinary Tract Infection 1600+ More Conditions Alternative Medicine Health News Symptoms Guide Special Topics ... Medical Encyclopedia Web health.allrefer.com You are here : AllRefer.com Health Asbestosis Asbestosis Definition Prevention Treatment Expectations or Prognosis ... Go To Main Page Alternate Names : Idiopathic Interstitial Pneumonitis - from Asbestos Exposure, Pulmonary Fibrosis - from Asbestos Exposure Definition Asbestosis is a respiratory disease caused by inhaling asbestos fibers. Respiratory System Inhaling asbestos fibers can cause scar tissue (fibrosis) to form inside the lung. Scarred lung tissue does not expand and contract normally. The severity of the disease depends upon the duration of exposure to asbestos and the amount inhaled. Asbestos fibers were commonly used in construction before 1975. Asbestos exposure occurs in asbestos mining and milling industries, construction, fireproofing, and other industries. In families of asbestos workers, exposure can also occur from particles brought home on the worker's clothing.

62. AllRefer Health - Asbestosis Treatment (Idiopathic Interstitial Pneumonitis - Fr asbestosis (Idiopathic Interstitial Pneumonitis from Asbestos Exposure, PulmonaryFibrosis - from Asbestos Exposure) information center covers Treatment. http://health.allrefer.com/health/asbestosis-treatment.html

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63. Information About Asbestosis This site contains information about asbestosis. asbestosis is a scarring ofthe lungs that leads to breathing problems and heart failure. http://www.mamashealth.com/doc/asbestosis.asp

Mamashealth.com Home Lung Diseases and Illnesses ARDS Asbestosis Asthma Black Lung Disease ... Tuberculosis Links Email Mama What Is Asbestosis? Asbestosis is a scarring of the lungs that leads to breathing problems and heart failure. It is caused by exposure to asbestos. Workers who manufacture asbestos products often develop asbestosis. Workers who use asbestos products and have high exposures to asbestos are often affected with asbestosis. Asbestosis is labeled as a monosymptomatic disease. It is labeled as monosymptomatic because the earliest, most common symptom is only shortness of breath Symptoms of Asbestosis? When symptoms are present, the most common symptoms are: Shortness of breath Persistent cough Chest tightness Chest pain Appetite loss Can Asbestosis be treated? Unfortunately, there currently is no cure for asbestosis. The treatment involves treating its symptoms and preventing further complications of the disease. What are Asbestos? Asbestos is a naturally occurring group of minerals. They can only be identified under a microscope. In the past, asbestos was added to a variety of products to strengthen them and provide heat insulation and fire resistance. In most products, asbestos is combined with a binding material so that it is not readily released into the air.

64. Asbestos Cancer (Mesothelioma) & Asbestosis (Asbestos Exposure) - A Guide For Pa Mesothelioma is a rare cancer which may affect the lining of the lungs and theabdominal cavity. Most mesotheliomas are caused by exposure to asbestos. http://www.medic8.com/healthguide/articles/mesothelioma.html

"Medic8.com - Your trusted source for health information online" Family Health Cosmetic Surgery Medical Dictionary Medical Insurance ... Help HEALTH GUIDE Family Health Cosmetic Surgery Health Insurance Women's Health ... Medical Dictionary TELL A FRIEND Tell A Friend About This Page TOPICS/THEMES Allergies Alternative Health Arthritis Asthma ... Women's Health MISCELLANEOUS Interactive Tutorials Health Products Medical News Medic8 Search ... About Medic8 - a patient's guide Editorial Team Asbestosis Asbestosis is a non-cancerous, chronic lung illness caused by exposure to asbestos. Significant exposure to asbestos increases the risk of lung cancer, mesothelioma and non-malignant lung and pleural disorders. Diseases from asbestos exposure take a long time to develop. Most cases of asbestosis occur in asbestos workers 15 or more years after initial exposure to asbestos. Smoking greatly increases the likelihood of lung cancer in workers exposed to asbestos (although smoking does not appear to increase the risk of mesothelioma).

65. Introduction: Asbestosis - WrongDiagnosis.com Introduction to asbestosis as a medical condition including symptoms, diagnosis,misdiagnosis, treatment, prevention, and prognosis. http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/a/asbestosis/intro.htm

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66. BBC - Health - Conditions - Asbestosis A disease caused by inhalation of asbestos fibres. http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/conditions/asbestos1.shtml

@import url('/includes/tbenh.css') ; Home TV Radio Talk ... A-Z Index THURSDAY 8th September 2005 Text only BBC Homepage Lifestyle Health ... Help Like this page? Send it to a friend! Asbestosis Dr Rob Hicks Asbestos-related diseases are caused by inhaling asbestos fibres. There's no cure, but early identification can stop the condition from getting worse. In this article White, blue and brown Releasing the danger More exposure means more risk What's safe? ... Diagnosis and treatment When tiny, needle-like fibres of asbestos are inhaled they travel like miniature arrows deep into the lungs penetrating the tissue. Although the harm they cause may not be immediate, it's effects are serious. White, blue and brown Asbestos is a naturally occurring fibrous mineral that's often found in insulation materials around pipes and tanks, in tiles and in other building materials. It was used extensively in the 1970s because of its strength and heat resistance. White, blue and brown asbestos are all potentially dangerous. The blue and brown types, which are most likely to trigger asbestos-related illness, have been banned. Releasing the danger Usually, asbestos shouldn't cause problems. However, if the asbestos-containing materials get damaged, the fine fibres become air-borne and can be inhaled into the lung. When the fibres penetrate the lung tissue, they trigger an inflammatory reaction. The body recognises there's a problem and sends defensive white blood cells to engulf and attack the fibres. Unfortunately, the fibres usually resist and destroy these blood cells, thereby promoting further inflammation and irreversible scarring of the lungs, called fibrosis.

67. Asbestosis asbestosis is a disease caused by inhaling asbestos fibers. http://www.healthscout.com/ency/1/000118.html

Search HealthScout Web MEDLINE Special Offers TV Specials Chronic Pain Erectile Dysfunction GERD Diabetes ... High Tech Health Top Features Bipolar Disorder Resources Sleep Skin Cancer Migraines ... Diabetes Health Organizer Resources Healthscout News 3D Health Animations Health Videos Health Encyclopedia ... Drug Library Drug Information Drug Search Drug Interactions Image Database Pill Identifier Channels Home Today Women Men ... Drug Checker Medical Health Encyclopedia Asbestosis Injury Disease Nutrition Poison ... Prevention Asbestosis Definition: Asbestosis is a respiratory disease caused by inhaling asbestos fibers. Alternative Names: Pulmonary fibrosis - from asbestos exposure; Idiopathic interstitial pneumonitis - from asbestos exposure Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Inhaling asbestos fibers can cause scar tissue (fibrosis) to form inside the lung. Scarred lung tissue does not expand and contract normally. The severity of the disease depends upon the duration of exposure to asbestos and the amount inhaled. Asbestos fibers were commonly used in construction before 1975. Asbestos exposure occurs in asbestos mining and milling industries, construction, fireproofing, and other industries. In families of asbestos workers, exposure can also occur from particles brought home on the worker's clothing.

68. Asbestos Exposure - Pleural Mesothelioma, Asbestosis, And Lung Cancer - Personal Asbestos exposure can cause a number of serious diseases, including asbestosis,pleural mesothelioma, and lung cancer. A personal injury or mesothelioma http://www.personalinjuryfyi.com/asbestos_mesothelioma.html

Personal Injury FYI Find the right attorney. Searching made simple. Home About Personal Injury FYI News Glossary ... Contact Us Attorney Search Find a personal injury attorney Enter Your Zip Code Advanced Search Find the Right Lawyer Select your state... Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District Of Columbia Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York Nevada North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Puerto Rico Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming Research an Area of Law Select an area to learn more. Personal Injury Tort Law Negligence Personal Injury Damages ... Cerebral Palsy Not finding what you're looking for? Advanced Research Home Law Areas Asbestos Exposure: Asbestosis, Pleural Mesothelioma, and Lung Cancer Sponsored Links www.phhlaw.com Despite early evidence that it was dangerous, many companies downplayed the risks of asbestos exposure, continuing to manufacture asbestos products and failing to provide employees with necessary protection. During the 1970s the US government took action by regulating and restricting the use of asbestos. However, for many, it was too late. Thousands of former workers have since developed serious, life-threatening asbestos exposure-related diseases, including asbestosis, pleural mesothelioma, peritoneal mesothelioma, and lung cancer. For these victims, there is hope. There are many qualified personal injury attorneys who are experienced in handling asbestosis, pleural mesothelioma, and asbestos exposure-related lung cancer cases. Read on to learn more and to find out if you have a case or to contact a

69. Mesothelioma And Asbestosis - Law And Litigation Information about mestohelioma, asbestosis, and asbestos law and litigation. http://www.expertlaw.com/library/environmental_law/mesothelioma.html

Your Source for Legal Information ExpertLaw ExpertLaw Library Environmental Law Mesothelioma and Asbestosis - Asbestos Law and Litigation By Aaron Larson Law Offices of Aaron Larson September, 2003 Contents What Is Asbestosis What Is Mesothelioma Asbestos Litigation When I was in college, I managed a bakery which had an industrial oven the size of a small bedroom, which was several decades old, lit by two standard light bulbs. Due to the oven's intense, constant temperature, it was necessary to insulate the light fixtures from the oven, or the bulbs would burn out within days. The original insulating gaskets were still in use. When one finally broke, I discovered that it was made of asbestos, and that there was no replacement material which provided similar protection from the oven's heat. This is the miracle of asbestos - it is a remarkable insulator, which in many ways remains unmatched despite the advances of technology. The remarkable nature of asbestos, and the many uses to which it can be put, resulted in its wide use in many industrial settings. With huge profits at stake, asbestos producers minimized and concealed the dangers of exposure to asbestos particles. When asbestos was at its peak level of use, many workers would often leave their shipyards, steel and power plants, construction jobs or other work sites covered with asbestos powder, resulting in possible contamination of their homes and the exposure of their families to asbestos particles. Starting in the late 1970's, asbestos use was curtailed, and massive clean-up efforts began. By the time all of the facts were known legions of workers were already destined to develop asbestos-related disease, including asbestosis and mesothelioma, as well as lung cancer and other cancers.

70. Asbestosis - Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia asbestosis is a chronic inflammatory medical condition affecting the The primary symptom of asbestosis is generally the slow, insidious onset of http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asbestosis

Wikimedia needs your help in the final days of its fund drive. See our fundraising page Over US$225,000 has been donated since the drive began on 19 August. Thank you for your generosity! Asbestosis From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Asbestosis Asbestosis is a chronic inflammatory medical condition affecting the parenchymal tissue of the lungs . It occurs after long-term, heavy exposure to asbestos , e.g. in mining . Sufferers have severe dyspnea (shortness of breath) and are at an increased risk regarding several different types of lung cancer As clear explanations are not always stressed in non-technical literature, care should be taken to distinguish between several forms of relevant diseases. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) , these may defined as; asbestosis (the subject of this article), lung cancer , and mesothelioma (generally a very rare form of cancer, when more widespread it is almost always associated with prolonged exposure to asbestos). Contents Signs and symptoms Diagnosis Pathogenesis Treatment ... edit Signs and symptoms The primary symptom of asbestosis is generally the slow, insidious onset of

71. Information On Asbestosis Related Diseases, Asbestos Lung Cancer, Malignant Meso Medical information on asbestosis diagnosis, asbestos lung cancer and malignantmesothelioma. http://www.baronandbudd.com/ASBESTOS_ASBESTOSIS.html

asbestos What is Asbestos? How are People Exposed to Asbestos? Who's at Risk? Asbestos-Containing Products ... Internet Resources: Asbestos Asbestosis Asbestosis is a non-cancerous condition caused by exposure to asbestos. It is caused by asbestos fibers that become lodged in the lungs. As the lungs try to protect the body from these foreign bodies, scar tissue develops and diminishes the lung's capacity for oxygen. Asbestosis is a progressive disease: as the scarring of the lungs gets worse, the lungs' vital capacity continues to decrease. Asbestosis can cause severe shortness of breath, fatigue, chest pain, and lead to heart problems. Asbestosis may also be present in people suffering from asbestos-caused cancers such as mesothelioma and lung cancer, although asbestosis does not develop into these or any other form of cancer. Asbestosis, as with all other asbestos-related diseases, is a latent disease. This means that asbestosis typically develops many years after a person's initial exposure to asbestos. The latency period for asbestosis is typically 15 or more years after initial exposure, but can be sooner or later than that time period. Asbestos is a "dose-response" disease. That means that the more asbestos a person is exposed to, the higher his risk for developing asbestosis.

72. Asbestos And Your Health asbestosis; Lung cancer; Pleural disorders; Malignant mesothelioma. asbestosisasbestosis is not a cancer, it is a chronic and progressive lung disease http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Asbestos_and_your

73. Asbestosis CHC Wausau Hospital s Medical Library and Patient Education Center providesresearch services and healthcare information to physicians, http://www.chclibrary.org/micromed/00038610.html

Main Search Index Definition Description Causes ... Resources Asbestosis Definition Asbestosis is chronic, progressive inflammation of the lung. It is not contagious. Description Asbestosis is a consequence of prolonged exposure to large quantities of asbestos, a material once widely used in construction, insulation, and manufacturing. When asbestos is inhaled, fibers penetrate the breathing passages and irritate, fill, inflame, and scar lung tissue. In advanced asbestosis, , the lungs shrink, stiffen, and become honeycombed (riddled with tiny holes). Legislation has reduced use of asbestos in the United States, but workers who handle automobile brake shoe linings, boiler insulation, ceiling acoustic tiles, electrical equipment, and fire-resistant materials are still exposed to the substance. Asbestos is used in the production of paints and plastics. Significant amounts can be released into the atmosphere when old buildings or boats are razed or remodeled. Asbestosis is most common in men over 40 who have worked in asbestos-related occupations. Smokers or heavy drinkers have the greatest risk of developing this disease. Between 1968 and 1992, more than 10,000 Americans over the age of 15 died as a result of asbestosis. Nearly 25% of those who died lived in California or New Jersey, and most of them had worked in the construction or shipbuilding trades. Occupational exposure is the most common cause of asbestosis, but the condition also strikes people who inhale asbestos fiber or who are exposed to waste products from plants near their homes. Family members can develop the disease as a result of inhaling particles of asbestos dust that cling to workers' clothes.

74. THE MERCK MANUAL--SECOND HOME EDITION, Asbestosis In Ch. 49, Occupational Lung D asbestosis is widespread scarring of lung tissue caused by breathing asbestos Symptoms of asbestosis appear gradually only after large areas of the lung http://www.merck.com/mmhe/sec04/ch049/ch049d.html

var externalLinkWarning = "The link you have selected will take you to a site outside Merck and The Merck Manuals.*n*nThe Merck Manuals do not review or control the content of any non-Merck site. The Merck Manuals do not endorse and are not responsible for the accuracy, content, practices, or standards of any non-Merck sources."; Search The Second Home Edition , Online Version Search Index A B C D ... Z Sections Accidents and Injuries Blood Disorders Bone, Joint, and Muscle Disorders Brain, Spinal Cord, and Nerve Disorders ... Women's Health Issues Resources Anatomical Drawings Multimedia Pronunciations Weights and Measures ... , Online Version Section Lung and Airway Disorders Chapter Occupational Lung Diseases Topics Introduction Asbestosis Benign Pneumoconioses Beryllium Disease Black Lung Byssinosis ... Silicosis Asbestosis Buy The Book Print This Topic Email This Topic Pronunciations asbestosis beryllium bronchi byssinosis ... thoracentesis Asbestosis is widespread scarring of lung tissue caused by breathing asbestos dust. Multimedia Lung Specimen: Asbestosis Asbestos is composed of fibrous mineral silicates of different chemical compositions. When inhaled, asbestos fibers settle deep in the lungs, causing scars. Asbestos inhalation also can cause the two layers of membrane covering the lungs (the pleura) to thicken; these thickenings are called pleural plaques. These plaques do not become cancerous. Multimedia Cross Section: Asbestosis Inhaling asbestos fibers can occasionally cause fluid to accumulate in the space between the two pleural layers of the lungs (pleural space); this is called a noncancerous (benign) asbestos effusion.

75. Asbestosis, Asbestos, Asbestos Litigation, Asbestos Lawyer, Asbestos Attorney, A Levy Phillips and Konigsberg, LLP is a nationally recognized trial, litigationand appellate firm well known for its leading role in the field of mass tort http://www.lpklaw.com/asbestosis.html

Asbestosis Overview Asbestosis Mesothelioma Lung Cancer ... Overview Asbestosis results from the scarring of lung tissue by asbestos fibers which are carried deep into the inner recesses of the lung. This scarring causes a shrinking of the lung and a reduction in lung capacity. The symptoms for asbestosis include shortness of breath, dry cough, rales or crackles heard through a stethoscope and/or fatigue. Asbestosis, like mesothelioma, may have a long latency period of thirty years or more. However, the first signs or symptoms of asbestosis can occur much sooner, depending upon the amount and length of exposure that is involved. Chest x-ray or CAT Scan Pulmonary function tests Physical exam (checking for chest sounds) Pathological examination Asbestos related work sites: Powerhouses Ships Construction Sites Office Buildings Apartment Houses Private Homes Schools Hospitals Boiler Rooms Machinery Spaces Automobile Repair Shops Refineries Asbestos Verdicts: Higgins, Johnson: $7.15 million DeStefano: $2.19 million (click for more Asbestosis verdicts) Mesothelioma Information: Mesothelioma Mesothelioma Attorney Mesothelioma FAQ Mesothelioma Verdicts ... Mesothelioma Treatment Asbestos Information: Asbestos Overview Asbestos Attorney Asbestos FAQ Asbestos Verdicts ... Asbestos Diagnosis Lead Poisoning Lead Poisoning Litigation Lead Poisoning Exposure Lead Poisoning Harm Lead Poisoning Legal Remedies ... Lead Poisoning Resources Environmental Environmental Litigation Birth Defects Toxic Waste Environmental Resources Commercial Commercial Litigation Whistle-Blower Health Fraud Discrimination

76. Asbestosis Medical Information asbestosis Information from Drugs.com. Definition. asbestosis is a respiratorydisease caused by inhaling asbestos fibers. http://www.drugs.com/enc/asbestosis.html

Home New Drugs Latest News Drug Interactions ... Forum Drugs.com - prescription drug and medicine information available on over 24,000 approved- medications and pharmaceuticals, including side effects and drug interactions. Log-in Register Advertisement Buy a Link Now Special Offers From our sponsors Categories Diabetes Gastro Center Weight Loss AIDS/HIV ... Sexual Health Advertisement Advanced Search Or click the first letter of a drug name: A B C D ... Z Asbestosis Injury Disease Nutrition Poison ... Respiratory system Asbestosis Definition Asbestosis is a respiratory disease caused by inhaling asbestos fibers. Alternative Names Pulmonary fibrosis - from asbestos exposure; Idiopathic interstitial pneumonitis - from asbestos exposure Causes Inhaling asbestos fibers can cause scar tissue (fibrosis) to form inside the lung. Scarred lung tissue does not expand and contract normally, and cannot perform gas exchange. The severity of the disease depends upon the duration of exposure to asbestos and the amount inhaled. Asbestos fibers were commonly used in construction before 1975. Asbestos exposure occurs in asbestos mining and milling industries, construction, fireproofing, and other industries. In families of asbestos workers, exposure can also occur from particles brought home on the worker's clothing. Asbestos-related disease includes pleural plaques (calcification)

77. Asbestosis asbestosis is a harmful lung condition that develops in workers who over theyears have breathed in large amounts of asbestos dust from industrial materials http://www.medbroadcast.com/condition_info_details.asp?disease_id=11

78. Asbestos And Disease asbestosis is in the range of 25 f/ccyrs and below (Ontario Royal Commission,1984) asbestosis, Mesothelioma and other asbestos-related lung disease http://www.agius.com/hew/resource/asbestos.htm

Asbestos and Disease Introduction: This is an outline account of the risk of disease associated with asbestos exposure. A companion page deals with other occupational and environmental lung diseases Asbestos is a fibrous mineral, of which there are various types. The fibres are very narrow and are therefore easily respirable. Their resistance to chemical dissolution means that they will persist for a long time - perhaps indefinitely once they have settled in the lung. Hazards and Risks A survey conducted by the Health and Safety Executive indicated that in the UK the highest risk of asbestos related lung disease arises from insulation work. In one group studied more than 10% of men died of mesothelioma. Epidemiologic work by Professor Peto has shown that in the first few years of the 21st century we can continue to expect a rise in the number of new cases of mesothelioma in Grat Britain. mesotheliome is a horrible cancer of the lining of the lung (usually), with a very long latency period (it can manifest itself 40 years after asbestos exposure or even longer). Although it is difficult to estimate exposure-response relationships for mesothelioma, it may be somewhat easier to do so for asbestosis (a progressive fibrotic disease of the lungs caused by relatively heavy exposure to asbestos):

79. Asbestosis Surveillance In Texas asbestosis is a chronic fibrotic lung disease which results from the longterminhalation of There are many different types of asbestosis fibers. http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/epitox/asbestosis.shtm

@import url(/css/hhss.css); /*IE and NN6x styles */ skip to: page content header navigation footer navigation Find Services ... Buscar Asbestosis Surveillance Program Epitox Home Page About Asbestosis Asbestosis is a chronic fibrotic lung disease which results from the long-term inhalation of respirable asbestos fibers. Through passive surveillance the Asbestosis Surveillance Program maintains a database of information on cases of asbestosis in the state of Texas. Texas law requires that designated professionals, primarily physicians and laboratorians, report cases of asbestosis to the Department of State Health Services (DSHS). The reports are received by the Environmental and Occupational Epidemiology Program (EOEP) which acts on the information received based on a standard protocol. Since 1986 the EOEP has augmented the passive reporting of asbestosis required by law by conducting quarterly reviews of death certificates to identify certificates with asbestosis listed as a cause of death. In addition, the EOEP also visits doctors offices and abstracts information from records of reported asbestosis cases. Frequently Asked Questions What is asbestos?

80. Overlawyered: Asbestosis Testing Scandal The Mobile Register has a devastating expose of the asbestosis screening mills (Jan.21 and links therein). Dr. David Egilman, who had testified for over http://www.overlawyered.com/archives/000994.html

Overlawyered Chronicling the high cost of our legal system Main April 09, 2004 Asbestosis testing scandal The Mobile Register has a devastating expose of the asbestosis screening mills ( Jan. 21 and links therein). Dr. David Egilman, who had testified for over 100 plaintiffs, has switched sides in the wake of abuses. Over the years, he said, as the trial lawyers who hired him sent along the medical records of the plaintiffs, Egilman became increasingly troubled by what he saw. "I realized at some point that some of these people are not really sick," Egilman said in a telephone interview last week. "From a policy perspective, I'm interested in justice. If all the people who are not sick get money, then there won't be enough money for the people who are sick that's the main issue." Egilman said he believes that screening companies do two things that violate good public policy: They help generate tens of thousands of plaintiffs who aren't suffering from asbestos-related illness, thus draining billions of dollars from those who are ill; and they can create substantial health concerns on the part of those who get tested. The Register also interviews Dr. Greg Nayden, who quadrupled his salary by returning a 100% hit rate in his asbestosis screenings, and uncovers a number of similar incredible tales. (Eddie Curran, "Diagnosing for dollars?", Mobile Register

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