The COVID-19 vaccine boosts the immune system and protects people from serious cases of the virus. In many instances, getting vaccinated is the safeguard between life and...
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The surviving loved ones of veterans who died from mesothelioma can get VA benefits. Each year, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) adjusts their rates of compensation...
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Consider how far we’ve come in 20 years. Back in 2002, mesothelioma rates were rising and the FDA hadn’t approved any therapies for this cancer. Little was known about...
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The problem of asbestos in schools has popped up again. According to the Associated Press, officials in an Iowa school district found asbestos at an elementary school. They told...
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Earlier this week, we published the first part of our annual article with the top stories of 2021 for mesothelioma and asbestos. The year was so busy we had to split the biggest...
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ONCOS-102 for Mesothelioma Finalizes at 25 Months Median Survival
By: Devin Golden
December 29, 2021
ONCOS-102 for mesothelioma is a superior first-line therapy to most other options. This is the result of a study comparing ONCOS-102, an oncolytic virus, with chemotherapy. Since...
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The holiday season is a heartwarming time for family and friends. Unfortunately, for some, the cheer is dampened by a diagnosis of mesothelioma during the holidays. Around...
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With the end of the calendar year on our collective doorstep, it’s time to reflect on the previous 12 months. In the world of mesothelioma and asbestos, 2021 was a busy year. A...
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Veterans with mesothelioma linked mostly to their civilian lives often believe they don’t qualify for financial help from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This is...
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After months of wishful thinking, we’re finally getting clinical trials testing immunotherapy for peritoneal mesothelioma. Two trials, one at the University of Chicago...
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