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New Rules for Asbestos Abatement in Canada
Canada is creating new rules for asbestos abatement. The government in British Columbia is going to require that companies that perform asbestos abatement have licenses issued by the government for[…]
Researchers are Searching for Mesothelioma Biomarkers
Mesothelioma could soon be diagnosed by blood test. Researchers in China have found a new method to analyze blood samples of people with mesothelioma. The researchers used gas chromatography-mass spectrometry[…]
Finding Out How Asbestos Causes Mesothelioma
Finding Out How Asbestos Causes Mesothelioma Researchers are finding out why it takes a long time for mesothelioma to develop. A study in the Journal of Environmental Research found that[…]
New Guidelines Created by the FDA Should Help Keep Asbestos Out of Cosmetic Products
Significant changes were made to ensure cosmetic safety. This was done through the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022, which is one of the biggest changes in cosmetic safety[…]
Researchers are Trying to Find Ways to Prevent Mesothelioma in Asbestos Exposed Individuals
Researchers are trying to find out if mesothelioma can be prevented. Mesothelioma is a cancer of the lining of certain areas of the body including the lungs, abdomen, heart, and[…]
Indiana Warehouse Fire Deposited Asbestos-Contaminated Debris
An Indiana warehouse fire led to asbestos contaminated debris falling onto the surrounding community. The debris landed on school yards, playgrounds, day cares, and private homes. Areas affected by the[…]
Researchers Tried to Determine Which Second Line Treatment is Best for Mesothelioma
Researchers from China tried to determine whether immunotherapy or chemotherapy is better as a second line treatment option for relapsed pleural mesothelioma. There is no current standard therapy for people[…]
YAP/TEAD Inhibitor is Showing Promising Results for Mesothelioma and NF2-Mutant Cancers
A YAP/TEAD inhibitor is showing promising results for people with mesothelioma and other cancers. The inhibitor, known as VT3989, was well tolerated and had good anti-tumor effects in cancer patients[…]
Impact on Survival When People Have a Second Cancer in Addition to Mesothelioma
Researchers decided to look at the relationship between having mesothelioma in addition to a second cancer and their impact on survival. Researchers found that a second cancer did not affect[…]
Cytoreductive Surgery and Chemotherapy Improved for Mesothelioma
Improvements have been made for cytoreductive surgery with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (CRS/HIPEC). This treatment combination is typically performed on people with cancers in the abdominal region. One such cancer is[…]
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