Recent Mesothelioma Study Shows Promise for Patients

Asbestos exposure is the largest contributor to people developing mesothelioma. Exposure to the toxic substance occurs when one either inhales or ingests asbestos fibers. In most cases, this happens when asbestos-containing materials become damaged or disturbed and release the fibers into the air. Read more

Mesothelioma Patients Needed for Clinical Trial Looking to Advance Palliative Treatment

The Swiss Group for Clinical Cancer Research is currently conducting a clinical trial to determine whether mesothelioma symptoms can be better controlled with or without the use of a newly developed electronic device. The Electronic Tool for Monitoring Symptoms and Syndromes Associated With Advanced Cancer (nicknamed E-MOSAIC) is a hand held tool used to record and monitor symptoms and assess the quality of life for patients with advanced cancer. Researchers hope the device will improve communication between patients and their doctors and improve their ability to plan treatments. Read more

Hope for Mesothelioma Patients May Lie in Recent Genetic Study

A recently published article about the genetic affect of asbestos exposure has offered insight into the development of asbestos-related diseases. The scientific study, published in the September issue of BMC Genomics, may be significant in helping to diagnose and treat asbestos-related diseases. Read more

The Cause of Mesothelioma Could be in Your Attic

With energy prices on the rise, homeowners are looking for ways to improve heating conditions for the upcoming winter. One way is to enhance the homes’ insulation, but for many people, the attic is an unexpectedly dangerous place due to the presence of asbestos-containing insulation. Read more

Erroneous Removal of Healthy Lung Leads to Death of British Man

John Turner told his family doctor in the summer of 2006 that he was experiencing chest pains and unexplained weight loss.  Tests were ordered and were interpreted to suggest that Turner, 61, suffered from asbestosis in his right lung and that mesothelioma had developed.  In the hope of extending his life by as much as three more years, Turner’s lung was removed. Read more

Asbestos Exposure and Mesothelioma Still an Issue

It was in the late 1970’s that legislators and businesses really started to eliminate the use of asbestos, which can lead to the deadly mesothelioma cancer. But products already made for distribution were never taken from the factory lines and people are still feeling the affects of asbestos exposure. Read more