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Treatment & DoctorsMany patients know that proton therapy is a type of mesothelioma radiation therapy. Still, few may realize that proton therapy is one of…
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COVID-19 and the Doctor-Patient Relationship
The global COVID-19 pandemic has altered nearly every aspect of our daily lives. Unfortunately, the people facing a majority of these obstacles are…July 16, 2020 -
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Immunotherapy for Mesothelioma: An Informational Webinar
With the recent FDA approval of the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) as a second-line treatment for mesothelioma, many patients and caregivers may be…June 30, 2020 -
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Villamizar Leads Mesothelioma Multidisciplinary Clinic in Miami
Since joining the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center in 2014, thoracic surgeon Dr. Nestor Villamizar has been building one of the nation’s premier treatment…June 29, 2020 -
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Virtual Mesothelioma Treatment Options During COVID-19
The coronavirus pandemic and social distancing guidelines have kept some mesothelioma patients from traveling to cancer centers for treatment and keeping doctor appointments. Like…May 12, 2020 -
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Mesothelioma Recurrence and the Importance of Self-Advocacy
There may be no “I” in team, but there is one in patient. It’s something I have to constantly remind myself of through…March 19, 2020 -
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5 Things to Know Before Starting a Mesothelioma Clinical Trial
Enrolling in a clinical trial for mesothelioma can be an exciting and frightening experience. You will be giving yourself a chance to receive…March 17, 2020 -
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Recap: Medical Outreach’s 2019 Achievements and 2020 Goals
The Medical Outreach team at The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com tours the country’s top hospitals and cancer centers to establish relationships and learn about…March 5, 2020 -
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New York Proton Center Advances Mesothelioma Treatment
The recent opening of the New York Proton Center could change the natural history of pleural mesothelioma cancer. Yes, this facility comes with…August 30, 2019 -
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My Unexpected First Scan Result with Keytruda for Mesothelioma
Going into my first CT scan after three months on Keytruda, I was prepared for bad news. For the last few weeks, I’ve had…July 11, 2019