What are some of the significant trends which have been noticed with mesothelioma patients?  Well, for one, a large percentage of people who get mesothelioma (almost 30%) are/were veterans.  This was largely because of exposure to asbestos that was existent in the time they served in the army or navy branches.  Asbestos was once known for its heating and insulation abilities, and was used very commonly.  Ships built pre-1980s were generally built with at least some asbestos-containing material, and this has obviously led to a large percentage of diagnoses in that subcategory of people.

Veterans who were undoubtedly exposed to this toxic substance have legal rights, and can definitely seek to explore their options if they wish to do so.  This exposure, while it probably wasn’t intended by the army or navy, is one that is definitely life-threatening.