The American Thoracic Society (ATS) and the Forum of International Respiratory Societies name 2010, The Year of the Lung. The goal of this is to "raise awareness about the importance of lung health.

 According to ATS, millions of people suffer from lung disease. This is going to be the first international health treaty.

The European Respiratory Society published "Climate and respiratory disease" discussing the possibility for an increase in lung disease due to increased temperatures, pollutions, and ozone. They also discuss the occupational hazards, such as the presence of asbestos. 

Asbestos exposure is responsible for lung diseases such as asbestosis, mesothelioma, and lung cancer.

If you or someone you love is suffering from mesothelioma, contact the mesothelioma lawyers of Williams Kherkher by calling 800-781-3955.