The Mesothelioma Guide Blog

Many Americans live in homes built during the mid-20th century. In fact, approximately 12% of houses were built before 1940 and a much higher percentage were built before...

Even before starting radiation treatment for mesothelioma I met with Dr. Brown.  Everything was explained to me in detail as to what would happen.  Later I was taken into the...

Over 80% of mesothelioma patients are men. Studies show this is because of the increased asbestos exposure risk that men experience through occupational hazards. June is National...

On December 27, 1999 when I was diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma there were very few mesothelioma treatment options available. If you were a stage 3 or 4 and the Mesothelioma...

Researchers from Flinders Medical Centre in Australia are attempting to find a cure for mesothelioma by using human cells to turn the cancer against itself. Research shows that...

Remembering Paul Gleason This Memorial Day we celebrated our fallen veterans, honoring their heroic sacrifice for our country. In remembrance, we also recognize a hidden enemy of...

Tradesmen from shipyard workers to demolition workers have historically been at a higher risk of developing mesothelioma cancer. This has been due to the proximity of their work...

A thousand things run through your mind once you are diagnosed with Mesothelioma.  One of those thousand things for me was when and how I had been exposed to asbestos. My parents...

How a Mother Overcame Mesothelioma – Part 2 Yesterday, we shared part one of our exclusive Mother’s Day interview with mesothelioma survivor, Kendra Ferreira. We now pick...

Overcoming Mesothelioma: A Mother’s Story – Part 1 Kendra Ferreira is a force of nature: Mother to three sons (Chris, PJ, Stefan), wife (to Paul) gifted artist (check...