Like most cancers, first-line treatment for mesothelioma often includes chemotherapy, surgery, radiation, or a combination of those treatments. Mesothelioma is very rare, however, affecting approximately 3,000 people in the United States each year; consequently, data on the effectiveness of treatment protocols is limited. A comprehensive Japanese study recently closed some of this gap by measuring […]

Asbestos exposure is a potential risk in any industry. Workplace asbestos exposure is one of the most common ways that people encounter the substance. However, some industries are at a higher risk than others, owing to the nature of the work and the worksite. Exposure to asbestos can cause deadly respiratory conditions including mesothelioma, a […]

Patients diagnosed with malignant pleural mesothelioma, a rare cancer caused by exposure to asbestos, often suffer from painful symptoms, which can include persistent cough, difficulty breathing, and chest pain. As the disease progresses, symptoms can change and get worse, seriously impacting one’s quality of life. A British doctor has identified a simple solution to help […]

An Australian study recently revealed a link between quality of life and survival rates in mesothelioma patients. Mesothelioma, a rare and deadly cancer caused by asbestos exposure, often causes painful symptoms and results in a short life expectancy. Data from mesothelioma patients showed that many did not have adequate palliative care to manage symptoms, and […]

Multiple studies have found that talc-based products, such as makeup, baby powder, and others, contain amounts of asbestos. Asbestos is naturally found near talc, and it can get mixed in with talc during the mining process. Exposure to asbestos creates a variety of health problems to people who are consistently exposed to it, such as […]

A recent retrospective study of nearly 30 years of mesothelioma patient data reveals an alarming trend: more women are being diagnosed with mesothelioma. Mesothelioma, a rare and deadly cancer caused by asbestos exposure, has historically been much more prevalent in men, who were at higher risk of encountering asbestos at work. Now the balance is […]

A new study conducted at the University of Leicester reveals the potential for artificial intelligence (AI) in mesothelioma treatment. Mesothelioma, a rare and deadly cancer caused by exposure to asbestos, currently has limited treatment options and leaves patients with a short life expectancy. Using AI may unlock some of the mystery around the disease and […]

Shein Law is ecstatic to announce that Benjamin Shein and Bethann Schaffzin Kagan were both selected to this year’s Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list. Super Lawyers is a patented, multi-phase rating service that evaluates attorneys in over 70 different practice areas. Nominations are made on a state-by-state basis with the goal of highlighting attorneys for their […]

Mesothelioma, a rare and deadly cancer caused by asbestos exposure, is notoriously difficult to diagnose. This presents a challenge for mesothelioma patients, for whom late-stage diagnosis often results in low survival rates. New diagnostic tools that can detect the disease earlier may hold the key to improving patient outcomes. A recent study published in the […]

When mesothelioma patients receive their diagnosis, they often have a difficult road ahead of them. Mesothelioma, a rare cancer caused by exposure to asbestos, can cause painful physical symptoms including chest pain, persistent cough, abdominal pain, and difficulty breathing. A mesothelioma diagnosis can also take a heavy psychological toll, not just on patients but also […]