Immunotherapy is an experimental form of biotherapy that uses the body’s own disease-fighting mechanism, the immune system, to fight cancer. It can be used alone, but more often it is used in conjunction with another type of therapy to increase the effectiveness of that treatment. In intrapleural immunotherapy, agents that stimulate the immune system are […]

Family members can request a post-mortem or autopsy report when a mesothelioma patient dies. Any information published in this report is subject to the same rule of doctor-patient confidentiality that medical records of the living are. Autopsy findings are discussed with the next-of-kin (and immediate family members) only. Third parties must have permission from the next-of-kin to […]

Most people understand that asbestos is toxic and should be avoided. However, not everyone knows what asbestos looks like in order to avoid it. While most buildings that contain asbestos are clearly marked as such, some workers may get exposed to asbestos unexpectedly while on a job site. Below, we discuss how to identify asbestos so you […]

Researchers are continually searching for new therapies to treat mesothelioma. One of these new treatments that holds great promise for the future, according to the American Cancer Society, is gene therapy. However, at the present time, gene therapy is only available through participation in a clinical trial. The term “gene therapy” actually encompasses a number of […]

It is also called fibrous mesothelioma, solitary fibrous tumor of the pleura, or pleural fibroma. Benign mesothelioma of the pleura typically appears more often in men than in women. How is Benign Mesothelioma Different from Malignant Mesothelioma? The first major difference between this type of tumor and malignant mesothelioma is that it originates in a different location. […]

Mesothelioma trials may be an option for those diagnosed with the disease. Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive form of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. Because of its rarity, there are limited treatment options for mesothelioma, and many patients have a poor prognosis. However, researchers are constantly searching for new and innovative treatments for […]

Alternative Therapies for Mental and Emotional Symptoms Mesothelioma Can Cause Depression and Anxiety—But Researchers Are Finding Ways for You to Boost Your Mood. In addition to physical symptoms like fatigue and loss of appetite, cancer patients also experience emotional symptoms like anxiety and depression. It’s easy to understand why this may happen when you receive […]

Malignant Mesothelioma Millions Recovered for Mesothelioma Victims & Their Families The effects of mesothelioma can be devastating. In many cases, victims of the disease have just a few years to live after their diagnosis. Mesothelioma is directly caused by exposure to asbestos. This means that workers in certain industries, such as construction and the military, are […]

Mesothelioma awareness is important for us to understand for those affected by this disease and their families. Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that can affect the thin layer of tissue that covers the body’s internal organs, called the mesothelium. It is caused by exposure to asbestos fibers and can take several decades to […]

Mesothelioma support is crucial for patients and their families navigating this challenging disease. Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer affecting the thin layer of tissue that is responsible for lining most internal organs, known as the mesothelium. It is primarily caused by exposure to asbestos and can take 20-50 years after the initial exposure […]