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A recent study published in the United Kingdom found that prophylactic radiotherapy, a treatment used regularly for two decades for those diagnosed with mesothelioma, offers no benefits to the patient. Prophylactic radiotherapy was regularly given to those with mesothelioma after they received invasive surgery to prevent metastasis of the chest wall, an area of the » Read More

The state of New Jersey is teaming up with 11 other states in a lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The attorneys general of each participating state filed a lawsuit to shed light on the inadequate regulation of asbestos. Asbestos is a known carcinogen that leads to fatal illnesses. This carcinogen kills tens of » Read More

Shopping for school supplies is often a tradition for families. Students look forward to picking out new notebooks, binders, and pens to kick off a new school year. Although this tradition is exciting, it is important for parents to be aware that products containing asbestos are being sold in stores across the nation. To prevent » Read More

Early detection is imperative for the recovery of cancer. Studies over the past few decades have shown this to be true; detecting any form of cancer early dramatically raises one’s chance of survival. Some forms of cancer, particularly cancers effecting the lungs, such as mesothelioma, are difficult to detect in its early stages, making for » Read More