Experts Predict Mesothelioma Epidemic in India
Once prized as an insulator and building material, the mineral asbestos is now recognized by health experts around the world,…
Mesothelioma Patients Stigmatized Study Says
Patients with mesothelioma, an aggressive form of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos, may bear the brunt of public prejudice against…
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International Mesothelioma Expert Named Chief of Thoracic Surgery at Mt. Sinai
A world-renowned expert in malignant pleural mesothelioma will lead the Thoracic Surgical Oncology Program at Mt. Sinai Medical Center in…
Cold Plasma Appears to Improve Mesothelioma Treatment
Adding a technique called Cold Plasma Coagulation to the mix when using surgery and intra-operative chemotherapy seems to help protect…
Buildings, Industries and Soil Pose Mesothelioma Risk in New Jersey
Removal of mesothelioma-causing asbestos is taking much longer than expected at an historic New Jersey library building where employees and patrons…
Navy Can Be Blamed for Mesothelioma Death
A California Appeals Court says the U.S. Navy can legally be blamed for failing to protect one of its shipyard…
California’s State Rock Could Cause Mesothelioma
The first state to have a state rock is about to strip that rock of its title. California legislators are…
Mesothelioma Risk from Limited Asbestos Exposure
Doctors have long known that asbestos exposure in the workplace significantly increases the risk for mesothelioma, but now they’ve discovered…
German Mesothelioma Study Has Surprising Result
More invasive surgery doesn’t necessarily improve survival in patients with pleural mesothelioma. A less invasive approach is just as safe…
Mesothelioma Triple Therapy Found Safe and Effective
An aggressive treatment strategy that begins with chemotherapy, followed by surgery, and then radiation is a safe and effective option…