Mesothelioma
For those diagnosed with mesothelioma, an asbestos-related cancer of the lining of the lung (pleura) or the lining of the abdominal cavity (peritoneum), finding a credible source of information about the disease itself and the medical options available, is of the highest priority. After years of research and synthesis of information, we have assembled a web site and packet for patients and their loved ones. We hope you find this web site helpful.
A mesothelioma diagnosis can be overwhelming, and we are here to answer any questions you might have, and to help you take the steps necessary to find the options that are best suited to your individual needs.
Our staff is experienced and knowledgeable in dealing with mesothelioma patients and their family members, and the service we provide is always with appreciation for the difficult time you are facing. Although you have found us on the Internet, rest assured there are real people here to help. Please feel free to contact us at any time at 1-877-FOR-MESO (367-6376). (Please read disclaimer at bottom of page before proceeding.)
HOPE
"Hope is the companion of power, and the mother of success; for who so hopes strongly, has within him the gift of miracles." -- Samuel Smiles
This segment begins with more information about malignant mesothelioma, including the causes of the disease and characteristic symptoms. Our comprehensive section on mesothelioma treatment options discusses surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy as well as new types under investigation. We discuss ways to find specialists who treat mesothelioma and some advice on choosing your doctor . The Clinical Trials segment details current clinical studies and links to information specific to those trials
SUPPORT
"Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around." --Dr. Leo Buscaglia
Start planning with Comprehensive Cancer Centers, how to find places to stay near treatment facilities and how to get there in the Travel & Lodging section. Relevant medical journal and mesothelioma news articles are updated regularly. Our SUPPORT segment ends with Survivors & Fighters who have uplifting stories to tell.
HELP
"Knowledge is power."-Francis Bacon
This segment provides Leading Cancer Links. In Your Peace of Mind you’ll find resources to help you and your family feel secure in the weeks, months and years ahead. Here you can find links to information on financial assistance, compensation, and legal options. NEW: A clinical trial for a lung-sparing combined modality protocol is recruiting mesothelioma patients. You will probably want to come back to this site in the future, so remember to bookmark this page. For instructions on how to bookmark, click here.
Mesothelioma News
Cancer Drugs Out of Reach for Medicare Patients
August 15, 2011
Advances in chemotherapy technology have led to the development of newer and better drugs with fewer side effects. Many of these drugs now come in pill form, eliminating the need for office visits and intravenous administration. However, these advances are coming at a steep price for many cancer patients, in that many of them cannot [...]
Canada Blocks UN Asbestos Resolution
July 19, 2011
Members of the Canadian delegation blocked a UN resolution that would list chrysotile asbestos as a hazardous material. The resolution, called the Rotterdam Convention, lists several grades of hazardous materials. The convention rules stated that materials labeled as “Annex III” would compel exporters of toxic chemicals to warn importers of the hazards involved with the [...]
Chemotherapy Drug Shortage Puts Patients At Risk
July 5, 2011
A report from the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHSP) shows a growing number of vital chemotherapy drugs are in short supply. Paclitaxel (brand name: Taxol), a drug used extensively in patients with colon, lung, breast and ovarian cancers, has been added to a list of 196 other major drugs considered to be in short [...]
