EPA Is Close to Finishing Libby Asbestos Cleanup
Learn how the EPA is close to completing its 17-year project to remove deadly asbestos from the Superfund site in Libby, Montana.
Mesothelioma Tissue Bank Will Get $5.5M Funding Grant
NIOSH has renewed grant funding for the National Mesothelioma Virtual Bank, giving researchers access to tissue samples and data crucial to research.
Senate Considers FACT Act, Asbestos Claims
The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee today will discuss legislation that could affect fraud, veterans’ privacy and asbestos bankruptcy trusts.
New Mesothelioma Clinical Trial Hopes to Improve Chemotherapy
Several leading cancer centers across the U.S. are offering a mesothelioma clinical trial for TRC102, a novel drug that may improve chemotherapy.
NY Sen. Charles Schumer Rallies to Block FACT Act in Senate
The Democratic senator says the FACT Act will leave veterans diagnosed with mesothelioma without compensation from asbestos trusts.
SEER Study: Surgery Still Extends Mesothelioma Survival
Study of nearly 15,000 mesothelioma patients shows surgery remains an effective measure that extends survival.
Mesothelioma Center at Loyola Will Grow Under Vigneswaran
Thoracic surgeon Dr. Wickii Vigneswaran brings decades of experience treating mesothelioma to the Loyola University Health System.
FACT Act Legislation Passes House, Moves to Senate
Experts expect the FACT Act will fail in the U.S. Senate, and President Barack Obama said he would veto it if it passed Congress.
Mayo Doctors Will Test Cryotherapy for Mesothelioma Tumors
The clinical trial seeks to find how freezing mesothelioma tumors before surgery will stimulate the immune system.
Top 10 Mesothelioma News Stories of 2015
Take a look back at the best mesothelioma news of 2015, from survivor stories to the latest in treatment options and new specialty centers.
Zadroga Act Extended for 9/11 Mesothelioma Victims
Advocates for those affected from diseases stemming from the 9/11 attacks are confident bill will pass.
SMART Approach Is Advancing Mesothelioma Survival Rates
Specialists using SMART approach to mesothelioma treatment in Toronto are showing impressive results.
Nestor Villamizar Grows Mesothelioma Program in Miami
Thoracic surgeon Nestor Villamizar hopes his mesothelioma treatment expertise will help grow Miami’s Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Lung Cancer Community Can Learn from Breast Cancer Progress
Those seeking more research about lung cancer can follow the lead of those who championed against breast cancer.
Early CT Screening Is Critical to Reducing Lung Cancer Deaths
Florida Hospital Celebration Health surgeon Dr. Farid Gharagozloo says CT screening may cut annual lung cancer deaths by two-thirds.