Category Archives: Industry News
News about the cancer industry, specifically about mesothelioma cancer.
Emerging Science Shows Promise in Advancing Early Detection, Fight Against Mesothelioma
Written on February 13, 2014 at 11:54 am, by Neil Maune
One of the most interesting definitions of nanotechnology is offered by Encyclopedia Britannica’s Merriam-Webster Dictionary. It is also one of the easiest to understand. It defines nanotechnology as “the science of manipulating materials on an atomic or molecular scale especially to build microscopic devices (as robots).” Not to be confused with the controversial “nanomaterials” that Continue Reading »
Pilot Program Shows Promise in Fight Against Mesothelioma
Written on February 11, 2014 at 11:39 am, by MRHFM
A radiation oncologist in Victoria, Australia says a tested radiation technique may improve the life expectancy for mesothelioma patients. The technique involves administering high doses of radiotherapy to decrease the activity of tumor masses. These high doses are considered much higher than conventional doses which, in many cases, offer poor results. Radiotherapy (another term for Continue Reading »
TV Ad Positions Alcohol Alongside Asbestos
Written on January 21, 2014 at 10:10 am, by MRHFM
A graphic TV ad depicting one of the deadliest consequences of consuming too much alcohol has also thrust the dangers of asbestos back into the spotlight. The controversial ad, released during Alcohol Awareness Week, shows a tumor slowly growing in the bottom of a beer glass in unison every swig the drinker takes. The narrative Continue Reading »
FDA Supports Personalized Medicine for Mesothelioma
Written on January 17, 2014 at 1:46 pm, by MRHFM
Personalized medicine is more than a trend. This innovative subcategory of medicine is expanding at an impressive rate, with renowned research centers such as Harvard, Stanford, and Duke leading the way. In fact, the market is now worth a staggering $232 billion a year and according to PricewaterhouseCoopers, the market is expected to grow by Continue Reading »
$27.5 Million Settlement Comes out of Cleveland Trial for 40 Year Old Mesothelioma Victim
Written on January 15, 2014 at 9:01 am, by Neil Maune
In the Cleveland mesothelioma case, Panza vs. Kelsey Hayes, John Panza obtained a verdict of $27.5 million. The law firm of Waters & Kraus, LLP served as council for John Panza, a 40 year old college professor who went through an extra pleural pneumonectomy (EPP). His exposure was from his father who was a bystander Continue Reading »
