The Mesothelioma Center News - Page 2
Early Screening Key to Reducing Lung Cancer Deaths
- by Tim Povtak
- Asbestos Exposure & Bans
- Dec 4, 2018
Radiation oncologist Dr. Andrea McKee believes deaths from lung cancer — including those related to asbestos exposure — could be reduced significantly by increased utilization of early CT screening.
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Study Shows Cancer Patients Can Benefit from Opioid Switching
- by Tim Povtak
- Research & Clinical Trials
- Nov 26, 2018
Switching from one prescription opioid to another often solves the problem of debilitating side effects or inadequate pain relief, according to a recent study involving a wide range of cancer…
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Abramson Developing CAR T-Cell Therapy for Mesothelioma
- by Tim Povtak
- Research & Clinical Trials
- Nov 20, 2018
The National Cancer Institute awarded a five-year, $10.7 million grant to the Abramson Cancer Center at the University of Pennsylvania to develop CAR T-cell therapy for mesothelioma and lung…
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Mesothelioma Patients Can Benefit from Genetic Testing
- by Tim Povtak
- Research & Clinical Trials
- Nov 13, 2018
All patients diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma should undergo genetic testing to better identify the most appropriate treatment plan, according to Dr. Michele Carbone, the director of thoracic oncology at…
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Department of Justice Looking Closer at Asbestos Trusts
- by Tim Povtak
- Legislation & Litigation
- Nov 7, 2018
The U.S. Department of Justice has increased its scrutiny of asbestos trust funds in recent months, urging more accountability and transparency. Those who administer the funds believe they work just…
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Alimta-Related Skin Reactions with and Without Oral Steroids
- by Suzanne Dixon
- Treatment & Doctors
- Nov 5, 2018
Researchers from the University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center have published data suggesting oral steroids prior to chemotherapy — to reduce skin reactions — may not be necessary.
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Radiation Could Make Mesothelioma Immunotherapy More Effective
- by Tim Povtak
- Treatment & Doctors
- Nov 2, 2018
Doctors at the Princess Margaret Cancer Center in Toronto are studying the use of hypofractionated radiation to increase the effectiveness of immunotherapy for patients with mesothelioma. They are expected to…
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French Study Reveals Potential Mesothelioma Treatment Target
- by Suzanne Dixon
- Research & Clinical Trials
- Oct 31, 2018
A team of French researchers led by Dr. Christophe Blanquart has identified a substance that may better define the severity of malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM) in the body and…
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U.S. Asbestos Imports Surge in August, Report Finds
- by Matt Mauney
- Asbestos Exposure & Bans
- Oct 24, 2018
The amount of raw chrysotile asbestos imported into the United States increased significantly between July and August, according to a recent analysis from the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization and the…
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Mesothelioma Early Detection Getting Closer with Blood Test
- by Tim Povtak
- Research & Clinical Trials
- Oct 23, 2018
German scientists are advancing a new, more reliable blood test that could lead to earlier detection and better prognosis for malignant mesothelioma. Instead of the typically lengthy and invasive…
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