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2014 International Symposium on Malignant Mesothelioma Heads to D.C. Area
Written on April 10, 2014 at 3:40 pm, by MRHFM
The 2014 International Symposium on Malignant Mesothelioma kicks off Wednesday, March 5, 2014 at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center in Alexandria, Virginia. The Symposium, now in its 11th year, welcomes all attendees from patients and their families to advocates, members of the medical community, and more. The Symposium, which begins on Advocacy Day, will feature Continue Reading »
NIEHS Medical Advisor Calls for Asbestos Regulations Update
Written on April 8, 2014 at 3:41 pm, by MRHFM
Asbestos use is strictly regulated in the U.S., but the mineral has not been completely banned. Asbestos is still imported into the U.S., mainly from Canada, and many workers are still at risk of exposure during abatement and other construction projects on existing structures. According to a recent National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) Continue Reading »
Support Mustaches for Meso
Written on March 12, 2014 at 4:01 pm, by MRHFM
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Mustaches for Meso 2014
Written on March 6, 2014 at 3:01 pm, by MRHFM
March is the time to sport a mustache AND support mesothelioma awareness. This event originated from Mesothelioma UK and carries an important message to support mesothelioma patients and carers. We are spreading word in the United States about this great fundraising event. To learn about how you can get involved or donate visit http://www.mesothelioma.uk.com. Throughout Continue Reading »
Study: Blood Test May Detect Early Stage Mesothelioma
Written on March 5, 2014 at 1:15 pm, by MRHFM
Diagnosing mesothelioma in its early stages offers a number of benefits. Early detection offers better treatment options, better quality of life, and better survival rates. Because mesothelioma is often diagnosed in its later stages, the average survival time for mesothelioma victims (post-diagnosis) is 4 to 30 months. Although the medical landscape offers few incontrovertible studies Continue Reading »
