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Approximately two-thirds of Americans living with lung cancer are age 65 or older. In fact, the average age of diagnosis for this condition is 70. Mesothelioma, another form of cancer that frequently affects the respiratory system, is also primarily diagnosed in older individuals. Approximately three-quarters of mesothelioma patients are age 65 or older. The reason » Read More

Mesothelioma is a serious, rare, and aggressive form of cancer that occurs in higher than average rates in Philadelphia and New Jersey. This is because mesothelioma is caused by inhaling asbestos fibers, a product that remains in widespread use in regional manufacturing and construction. With no cure for this cancer, researchers have been working overtime » Read More

Early diagnosis of mesothelioma is key to providing a patient with the best treatment available to improve prognosis. Treatment options for mesothelioma include radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and surgery. Newer treatment methods, like gene therapy, are currently being tested to determine their effectiveness for patients. One new treatment for mesothelioma that has been found to have » Read More

Millennials may be the first generation in decades to have less fear of cancer than their parents. Although cancer rates continue to climb, success in battling this terrible disease is also growing. However, millennials should still be careful, especially regarding mesothelioma. How Serious is Millennial Asbestos Exposure? Millennials are exposed to asbestos almost as often » Read More