Asbestos Kills 28 Year Old Woman - Precise Cause of Death Unknown

> Beginning the late 1800s, asbestos was mined and used in many different industries all over North America, especially before the World War II. Examples of industry use include:

- Automotive industry uses asbestos in vehicle brakeshoes and clutch pads.
- Building & construction industry uses asbestos for strengthening cement as well as sound absorption, roofing, insulation and fireproofing.
- Shipbuilding industry uses asbestos to insulate hot water pipes, boilers and steampipes... (Read More)

> About 2000 - 4000 Americans are diagnosed with Malignant Mesothelioma each year, and about 66% of those cases are of Pleural Mesothelioma. Pleural Mesothelioma occurs when Cancer hits the lining of the lungs, also known as the 'Pleura.' The Pleura is a Sac which houses the lungs, and consists of a thin membrane called the 'mesothelium.' The mesothelium is a vital part of the lungs because it enables them to expand and contract when breathing by secreting a fluid. This fluid is located in the lungs and inside of the rib cage. If the Pleura or the Pleural fluid becomes damaged with Cancer, it makes it very hard for the patient to breathe, thus shortness of breath is a common symptom of Pleural mesothelioma... (Read More)

(August 31st, 2010)

Leigh Carlisle who died of Pleural Mesothelioma Leigh Carlisle (photo left) developed mesothelioma lung cancer at the tender age of 26 years and has since then battled this disease courageously. However, she had no clue how she contracted this disease and why it would come at such a young stage in her life. She is perceived as the United Kingdom's youngest mesothelioma cancer victim. Since mesothelioma lung cancer develops 20-30 years after initial asbestos exposure, this may mean Ms. Carlisle was exposed to asbestos at a very young age. But where and how? Unfortunately, she never got to know the answer as she passed away on Wednesday August 27th, 2010 at a hospital in North Manchester, UK. Industrial lawyers have started investigating the possibility that Ms. Carlisle could have been exposed to asbestos whilst at school as asbestos fibers in school buildings is very common.

Solicitor Geraldine Coombes of Irwin Mitchell, a lawfirm helping people who have been affected with industrial diseases quotes, "We had been working with Leigh and her family to establish how she was exposed to asbestos. We know that she must have been exposed to it as a child. We know that asbestos in schools in a real problem." Leigh's boyfriend, Michael Price quotes, "Leigh had so much courage and strength - she was an inspiration to me and to others. Instead of flowers at her funeral, he said she wanted donations to the Oldham Cancer Support centre in Failsworth. Leigh would have liked to think that she helped the cancer centre to support other people."

Leigh died from pleural mesothelioma after suffering abdominal pains. Pleural mesothelioma occurs when cancer hits the lining of the lungs, also known as the 'Pleura.' The Pleura is a Sac which houses the lungs, and consists of a thin membrane called the 'mesothelium.' The mesothelium is a vital part of the lungs because it enables them to expand and contract when breathing by secreting a fluid. This fluid is located in the lungs and inside of the rib cage. If the Pleura or the Pleural fluid becomes damaged with Cancer, it makes it very hard for the patient to breathe, thus shortness of breath is a common symptom of Pleural mesothelioma. Since Pleural mesothelioma takes 20 years to develop, Leigh once thought she was exposed to asbestos while walking through a builder's yard in her primary school. This case has brought up the big issue of over 200 cases that are pending in court of people who have been exposed to asbestos whilst at school and who are now suffering from asbestos-related diseases.

Today, it is estimated that over 13000 schools across the UK contain asbestos; which was widely used in constructing school buildings after the 1950s. There is speculation that even though the Department of Education and Science was concerned about the harmful effects of asbestos use in schoolbuildings, pressure from asbestos manufacturers & industry players continued its use. Mr. Coombes quotes, "Leigh will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her. She was always friendly and kind to others, no matter how bad things were with her health. She was an exceptional young woman, spending time raising money for charity and raising awareness among younger people about cancer."

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