Mesothelioma and Tile Production Linked by New Case Studies
Two newly published case studies have drawn a link between malignant mesothelioma and tile production. The authors of the new…
Mesothelioma in Seafarers: Cancer Risk at Sea
New research has revealed a higher risk for mesothelioma in seafarers and fisherman in Nordic countries. A seafarer is someone…
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Asbestos and Lung Cancer: Study Highlights the Link
A new report on asbestos and lung cancer says asbestos could be to blame for the cancer, even if the…
Drug May help Mesothelioma Patients Overcome Resistance to Chemotherapy
A newly-identified compound might eventually help mesothelioma patients overcome resistance to chemotherapy. Chemotherapy resistance is one of the main reasons…
Uncertainly, Worry, and Hope Characterize the Experience of Mesothelioma
The experience of mesothelioma is characterized by uncertainty and worry for some patients. But the same patients say they are…
Five New Year’s Resolutions All Mesothelioma Patients Should Make
For people who received a mesothelioma diagnosis in recent years, making new year’s resolutions can seem like a futile thing…
It May Be Possible to Predict Recurrence of Mesothelioma with Help from AI
A newly-published report suggests that artificial intelligence (AI) might help pathologists predict recurrence of mesothelioma. The report focuses on technology…
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Protein Biomarker for Mesothelioma Linked to Shorter Survival
An international team of scientists has identified a protein biomarker for mesothelioma that appears to shorten survival. The biomarker is…
Supplements During Chemotherapy May Work Against Mesothelioma Treatment
A new study suggests that it could be risky to take supplements during chemotherapy for mesothelioma and other cancers. The…
Pesticide Inhibits Mesothelioma Cell Growth in Lab Animals
Researchers in Switzerland say a pesticide designed to make grapes and kiwifruit bigger can also slow mesothelioma cell growth. The…