Medical Stories - Mesothelioma: Bill's Story

Bill Caughie thought nothing of being exposed to asbestos when he worked in a shipyard in the 1980s. Asbestos was very common and widely used in construction because it was cheap and was a very effective fire retardant. At its peak in the 1970s and 80s, it was used for everything from insulation to fire blankets to toilet seats. It was also a deadly substance that caused widespread illness and suffering.
Forty years after he was exposed to asbestos at work, Bill was diagnosed with Mesothelioma Pleural, an aggressive and deadly form of cancer. Watch his story in this segment of Medical Stories.
Learn more about Bill's journey in this profile story on Mesothelioma.
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[@kathhollandful]

Thank you so much for sharing this. My father has been diagnosed with Mesothelioma and the whole family is heartbroken. My dad sounds very much like your Bill - a wonderful man and an excellent father. The next few weeks and months will be so hard for us all and it’s scary. You are a wonderfully inspiring family. Best wishes to you. 🇬🇧

[@elodie9230]

Hello there, my dad has the same diagnosis. How is your father doing if I may ask?

[@tesspire7760]

….how old was he…

[@LisaW509]

Mesothelioma took my Grandfather’s life. He was exposed at the shipyards in Seattle.

[@tesspire7760]

hey… how old was he,is the same with mine dad…

[@LisaW509]

He passed 24 years ago. I think he was 85 or 86.