Second Round of Cytoreductive Surgery/HIPEC Could Benefit Mesothelioma Patients
Moffitt Cancer Center researchers discover that mesothelioma patients could live longer lives with a second round of cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC.
Overlooked Lymph Nodes Could Improve Staging, Treatment of Mesothelioma
The future of cancer staging and treatment of pleural mesothelioma patients can be improved by looking closely at particular lymph nodes.
Surgeon Rodney Landreneau Returns to Louisiana to Treat Mesothelioma Patients
Rodney Landreneau, M.D., formerly of UPMC, returns to home town of Louisiana to treat mesothelioma patients at the Ochsner Cancer Institute in New Orleans.
NCI Research Unlocks Potential of Immunotoxins for Mesothelioma
Researchers at the National Cancer Institute discover a way to reduce mesothelioma tumors using SS1P immunotoxin in conjunction with two immune suppressors.
Firefighters Face Increased Risk of Developing Cancers, Including Mesothelioma
NIOSH discovered an increased risk of mesothelioma among U.S. firefighters, and believes spreading awareness and protection will minimize this danger.
New Clinical Trial Tests Drug to Control Mesothelioma Cancer Stem Cells
The international clinical trial, which is expected to involve 350-400 patients across 11 countries, will study the cancer stem cell inhibitor defactinib.
Character Actor Ed Lauter, 74, Dies from Mesothelioma
Actor Ed Lauter, known for his gritty roles in ‘The Longest Yard’ and ‘Death Wish 3,’ dies of asbestos-related cancer at the age of 74.
Congressman Bruce Vento’s Widow Continues His Fight Against Asbestos, Mesothelioma
Susan Vento continues late husband’s legacy, pushing for asbestos ban, raising awareness of mesothelioma, and easing burden on cancer victims.
Mesothelioma Survivor Celebrates Obamacare’s Promise
Mesothelioma survivor, Alexis Kidd, is hoping the Affordable Care Act will provide her cancer treatments, and allow her to see an oncologist.
Is Mesothelioma Breakthrough Evolving at University of Vermont Laboratory?
Researchers at University of Vermont may have uncovered a better way to target mesothelioma tumors, and reduce the side effects of current treatments.
Government Shutdown Doesn’t Stop Mesothelioma Cancer Care at NIH
Although the government shutdown affected some clinical trials at the National Institutes of Health, mesothelioma cancer care continues.
Despite Intense Political Debate, Mesothelioma Advocates Strongly Support Obamacare
While considerable debate is battled in Congress over the worth of the Affordable Care Act, known as Obamacare, cancer advocates strongly support it.
Mesothelioma Survivor: Vermiculite Remains a Threat in American Homes
Mesothelioma survivor Bill Cawlfield is educating others about the dangers of the remaining vermiculite insulation in millions of American homes.
9/11 Survivors: Worries About Asbestos and Mesothelioma Still Linger
Anniversary of 9/11 reminds many that asbestos exposure that day still leaves them with uncertain future regarding mesothelioma.
Global Burden of Asbestos Still Growing with Life Years Lost to Mesothelioma
Between 1994 and 2010, more than 2.1 million years of human life were lost to malignant mesothelioma, according to the latest research from Japan.