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A recent study published in the professional journal Respirology suggests that pleural fluid that develops in people suffering from mesothelioma may in fact contribute to cancer growth. Mesothelioma is a rare cancer of the lungs and abdomen caused by exposure to asbestos fibers. Once used in building materials because of its durability, it was eventually » Read More

Spanish artists Maria Castellanos and Alberto Valverde have developed a new “smart dress” with wearable technology they say detects pollution and other environmental contaminants in the air such as asbestos, dust, and radiation. The Environmental Dress 2.0 is made to detect the aggressiveness of the environment and its impact on the mood and state of » Read More

A recent study conducted by the University of California San Diego raises new questions about the efficacy of current asbestos remediation methods. The study tested the idea that asbestos piles buried underground remained in place once covered with soil. Capping asbestos waste with soil is the preferred method of disposal aimed at preventing exposure to » Read More

There are exciting new developments in the field of mesothelioma care. New trials and standards are being developed to help make caring for mesothelioma patients even more effective and comprehensive than ever. The new drug that has caused this advancement is known as Bevacizumab, with the brand name of Avastin. Avastin has been lauded by » Read More