Cytoreductive surgery is the top surgical option for peritoneal mesothelioma patients. Combining it with heated intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) has prolonged many American lives. However, cytoreduction has a mixed reputation. Some researchers and specialists cite morbidity and mortality...
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The New Year is a time of reflection and planning for the future. Taking stock of some personal goals in the coming year can help you remain focused and tackle any challenges that...
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November is National Caregiver Month and with Thanksgiving just around the corner, it is important to recognize all of the significant work that mesothelioma caregivers do for...
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One of the most important things to focus on this November during Lung Cancer Awareness Month is educating yourself about this disease and some of the related illnesses, like...
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September is mesothelioma awareness month, with the actual mesothelioma awareness day falling on Wednesday the 26th. If you know someone or if you have a loved one who has been...
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Pacific Mesothelioma Support Group Provides Hope The Pacific Mesothelioma Center recently introduced a new support group for patients. The group will strive to provide hope and...
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Free CancerCare Service Focuses on Mesothelioma Treatment CancerCare collaborated with experts from the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation and other cancer organizations in...
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Conference Urges Asbestos to Be Banned The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) wrapped up its 14th Annual Asbestos Disease Awareness Conference earlier this month....
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Is it important to psychologically evaluate a mesothelioma patient and their caregiver? A recent study believes so. The study focused on how both patients and their caregivers...
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A new documentary titled Dirty Laundry will explore the people and lives that mesothelioma impacts. The film will premiere at the San Luis Obispo International Film Festival in...
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Swish! 3-point shots aren’t only adding points to college and high school basketball team scores, but they are raising funds to help combat cancers like mesothelioma. The...
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