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Happy New Year!

Written on December 31, 2013 at 9:50 am, by

We have so enjoyed sharing news and stories with you on our blog this year! Looking forward to another year of inspirational stories, progress in medical research and sharing industry happenings with you about mesothelioma and asbestos exposure in 2014.

Complementary and Alternative Medicine Treatments for Mesothelioma: Understanding the Difference, Types, Benefits

Written on November 27, 2013 at 7:51 am, by

Complementary and Alternative Medicine, dubbed “CAM” by the National Cancer Institute at the National Institutes of Health, refers to treatments that are not part of traditional medical practices.  Although the terms “complementary” and “alternative” are often used interchangeably, there are several significant differences between the two.   Complementary treatments are used along with conventional medicine—as  Continue Reading »

Ed Lauter Dies from Mesothelioma, at 74

Written on October 21, 2013 at 8:33 am, by

Perhaps known best for his roles as a brutal prison guard in the 1974 comedy-drama The Longest Yard and more recently the butler in the 2011 Oscar winning film The Artist, Ed Lauter appeared in more than 200 films and TV episodes since the early 1970s. However, many may now know that Lauter was battling  Continue Reading »

Congratulations Dawn Besserman – AV Preeminent Rated Recipient 2013

Written on October 16, 2013 at 11:03 am, by

 Dawn Besserman – AV Preeminent Rated Recipient 2013 Dawn Besserman of MRHFM Law Firm has achieved the “AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated” rating from Martindale-Hubbell this year.  This award is among the most prestigious in the legal profession as it is given based on the reviews and recommendations by their peers.  This rating system is  Continue Reading »

Government Shutdown Halts Clinical Trial Enrollment for Cancer Patients

Written on October 15, 2013 at 9:16 am, by

While hopes for a quick end to the government shutdown seem to be fading, history tells us that it will end—eventually.  In the meantime, what could become the second longest government shutdown in U.S. history (if it continues past 18 days), has halted many services and programs that help protect America’s health, safety, and security.  Continue Reading »