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Mesothelioma prognosis remains poor
Mesothelioma is a rare but deadly cancer, killing more than 3,000 people each year in the United States. Unlike many diseases, mesothelioma is wholly preventable because it’s only caused by[…]
Read MoreChoosing a mesothelioma attorney
It’s likely at some point in your life you’ve seen a mesothelioma commercial. Attorneys attempt to reach victims of asbestos exposure through visuals, large text and repeating messages. The goal[…]
Read MoreNew clinical trial uses cryotherapy to treat mesothelioma
The Mayo Clinic exists to provide the latest technology and different treatment options to those suffering from many ailments and diseases. Clinical trials are done to determine new and improved[…]
Read MoreAdding an inhibitor to mesothelioma treatment proves effective
A recent mesothelioma study found the addition of bevacizumab to the chemotherapy treatment of pemetrexed plus cisplatin may increase the survival rate in patients. From 2008 to 2014, patients were[…]
Read MoreUncovering the facts about asbestos exposure
There was a time when asbestos was seemingly in everything. Among other things, it was used in building materials such as pipe covering, cements, gaskets, pumps, clothing, gloves, and shipbuilding[…]
Read MoreNew mesothelioma treatment shows promising results for patients
As it currently stands, mesothelioma is an incurable form of cancer that affects the lining of organs. Caused only by asbestos, mesothelioma takes decades to develop and once symptoms present[…]
Read MoreNovember is Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Twenty years ago, Lung Cancer Awareness Month began as a day to increase public consciousness around the most deadly cancer in the United States. As the movement continued to grow,[…]
Read MoreSecondhand asbestos exposure poses threat to workers’ families
In the early 1970s, a series of lawsuits forced companies to admit responsibility for exposing workers to the carcinogen known as asbestos. Used as insulation, tiling, roofing and more, this[…]
Read MoreWorkers still exposed to asbestos at high levels
Many years have passed since asbestos use became limited in the United States, yet the effects are still felt by workers and families alike. Those employed by steel mills, paper[…]
Read MoreAsbestos-related deaths higher than previous estimates
Asbestos is a silent killer, infecting its victim and waiting years to make its presence known. Many believe asbestos is a threat of the past and assume it’s banned with[…]
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