Exploring the First Case of Mesothelioma in a California Sea Lion
Researchers have reported the first known case of pleural mesothelioma in a California sea lion. Sea lions are predisposed to…
A New Mesothelioma Risk Score for Patients with Pre-Treated Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma
There has been some encouraging news for patients with pre-treated malignant pleural mesothelioma. A new mesothelioma risk score has been…
The First FDA-Approved Mesothelioma Drug in 15 Years
On October 2, 2020, the first FDA-approved mesothelioma drug in 15 years hit the market. They approved a new combination…
Preventing Malignant Mesothelioma through National Asbestos Regulation
After almost 30 years, one key to preventing malignant mesothelioma is found. A national ban on asbestos in the Netherlands…
New Drug Targeting Fibrosis may Help Mesothelioma Patients
Targeting fibrosis has therapeutic benefits in mesothelioma. Most drugs have limited effects in difficult-to-treat cancers such as mesothelioma. Often this…
Asbestos Exposure During Childhood Can Lead to Mesothelioma
Scientists are looking at mesothelioma risk in women exposed to asbestos. Asbestos exposure in women varies. But, environmental and domestic…
Clinical Trial Participation: Perspectives from Mesothelioma Patients and Caregivers
Clinical trial participation is a common topic for mesothelioma patients and their caregivers. Treatment options for mesothelioma are increasing. This…
Two New Diagnostic Tissue Biomarkers Discovered for Mesothelioma
Scientists have now identified two new diagnostic tissue biomarkers for malignant pleural mesothelioma. Doctors identify mesothelioma using diagnostic tissue biomarkers.…
New Artificial Intelligence Tool Measures Mesothelioma Tumors
A new artificial intelligence tool can measure mesothelioma tumors without any human input. Automated mesothelioma tumor measurement is now possible.…
Mesothelioma Patients with Coronavirus: Artificial Intelligence to Provide Best Treatment Plan
Mesothelioma patients are vulnerable to the coronavirus due to their poor immune response. Artificial intelligence can provide information used to…