Thursday, September 26 is Mesothelioma Awareness Day. Although cases of the deadly disease tied to asbestos are dropping nationwide, Louisiana still has a fairly high death rate. What exactly is mesothelioma and why does it still pose a risk? Mesothelioma is a cancer of the cells that line the lung. However, it can also affect the cells lining the abdominal cavity and your heart.
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