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February 9, 2021
February 9, 2021
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The EPA’s Difficulty With Data Disclosure

In spite of countless countries that have outright bans on asbestos and the increase in mesothelioma diagnoses, the United States is steadfast in its refusal to prohibit the importing of the dangerous mineral. With asbestos considered one of ten high-priority chemicals, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) seemed to be resistant in providing any meaningful information [...]
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November 10, 2020
November 10, 2020
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Mesothelioma Treatment Regimen Approved by the FDA

Good news may be in store for those who have mesothelioma. After a 16-year wait, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved a treatment option to combat the long-term effects of asbestos exposure. While surgery can often remove cancerous tissue from a patient’s body, invasive procedures aren’t a commonly accepted approach in terms [...]
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September 23, 2020
September 23, 2020
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Each year, Mesothelioma Awareness Day observed on Sept. 26

It is a disease that kills nearly 3,000 Americans each year and takes years to develop within its victims. Symptoms vary from fatigue and weight loss to coughing, shortness of breath and blood clots. While other illnesses lately seem to garner more attention, this one often does not as many people throughout the U.S. have [...]
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August 17, 2020
August 17, 2020
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T-Cell Therapy Shows Promise for Cancer Patients

An emerging treatment for mesothelioma is showing significant progress for reducing tumors. Immunotherapy company TCR2 Therapeutics announced the positive results in a press release on July 26. The company says the first five patients in the clinical trial showed tumor regression within the first six months. According to the study, tumors shrank by an average [...]
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March 30, 2020
March 30, 2020
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Mesothelioma and the Novel Coronavirus

As a national emergency becomes part of life in the United States, what we don’t know about the novel coronavirus is more than what we actually do know. Medical professionals are uncovering new data every day on those with higher risk factors, specifically older people over 60 and anyone who has an underlying medical issue. [...]
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January 29, 2020
January 29, 2020
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Has the Talc Industry Been Steering the FDA?

When you go shopping, how often do you worry that the deodorant you buy might kill you? The odds are you don’t. After all, we have government agencies working tirelessly to protect us from harmful products. Right? Sadly, our nation’s faith in the FDA may have been misguided—at least so far as asbestos and talcum [...]
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December 4, 2019
December 4, 2019
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Vaping Caused Severe Illness in at Least 50 People

Recently, 50 people around the United States have contracted breathing illnesses that are likely linked to e-cigarettes and other vaping products. Patients have likened their illness that is believed to be caused by vaping, to a heart attack or flu symptoms. Symptoms include shortness of breath, fatigue, chest pain, and vomiting. Doctors compare the illness [...]
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July 25, 2019
July 25, 2019
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Innovation May Lead to Early Detection

  For most, a mesothelioma diagnosis represents a death sentence. In spite of medical advancements, early detection is difficult until the disease is in an advanced stage where medical treatment is limited. Searches for a way to speed up detection have not met with much success, pushing studies to a more “out of the box” [...]
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June 21, 2019
June 21, 2019
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Juul: The Mega-Addictive Nicotine Product Plaguing Kids Today

Vaping and e-cigarette markets are booming. With attractive flavors and small size that is easy to hide from teachers and parents, kids are buying a popular e-cigarette about the size of a USB drive-JUUL. Research shows that cigarette smoking is declining among middle and high schoolers, but nicotine use through e-cigarettes and vaping has increased. [...]
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April 30, 2019
April 30, 2019
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Teething Jewelry, Creams, and Gels Pose Danger to Children

The FDA has issued a warning to parents regarding common teething remedies for babies. Over-the-counter (OTC) drugs and teething jewelry may seem like good options, but they can lead to serious injury or even death. Teething Bracelets, Necklaces and Other Jewelry Teething necklaces, bracelets, and other jewelry worn by either an adult or child, marketed [...]
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