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Our blog is a timely voice for cancer patients, caregivers, and those seeking information about mesothelioma and asbestos-related topics. By providing relevant news, personal stories, and practical insights, we will further spread awareness and nurture hope with the goal of one day eliminating mesothelioma.
U.S. Wildfires Raise Asbestos Concerns
State officials in the western United States are concerned recent wildfires may create an asbestos risk. Wildfires continue to destroy old buildings and homes,…
Caring for a Loved One With Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma patients often rely on a loved one as their primary caregiver. There are several aspects individuals should consider when becoming a caregiver. Mesothelioma…
Celebrating Holidays With a Cancer Diagnosis
The 2020 holiday season looks different for many people. As coronavirus cases increase in many parts of the United States, people are making changes…
CAR T-Cell Phase 1 Trial for Mesothelioma Gains FDA Approval
A new CAR T-cell therapy for mesothelioma patients has Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval to begin phase 1 clinical trials. The Atara Biotherapeutics…
Trane Files for Bankruptcy as Asbestos Claims Grow
Trane Technologies PLC recently created two new business units: Aldrich Pump LLC and Murray Boiler LLC. Both units filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on…
UV1 Cancer Vaccine May Be a Treatment Option for Pleural Mesothelioma
A previous clinical trial used a cancer vaccine to treat prostate cancer. The results showed promise treating the cancer with minimal serious side effects.…
New Study Looks at Immunotherapy as a Pretreatment to Improve Mesothelioma Survival
Mesothelioma patients typically undergo a multimodal treatment plan. Multimodal therapy incorporates at least two different treatment options. Immunotherapy continues to show promise to improve…
Concerns Arise About the EPA’s Draft Risk Evaluation for Asbestos
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published a Final Risk Evaluation for Asbestos. As part of its preliminary evaluation, the EPA assessed the risks to…