New research out of the Annals of Oncology shows that a novel drug-combination therapy could be used to prolong overall survival (OS) in patients living…
Category: Mesothelioma
The Holiday Season: A Time for Difficult Family Conversations
The holiday season is here: A time of the year when Americans come together to honor cultural and spiritual traditions, exchange gifts, and surround themselves…
November Marks Lung Cancer Awareness Month — Here’s How to Get Involved
It’s no secret: Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among American men and women by far — and it isn’t even close.…
Rapid-American Liquidates Assets, Establishes New Asbestos Trust Fund for Victims of Asbestos-Related Disease
Rapid-American, a retail and consumer holding company once known for its McCrory Stores and cosmetics company Elizabeth Arden (now owned by Revlon, Inc.),…
Talking With Your Doctor About Mesothelioma Treatment Options
As a cancer patient, one of the most important things you can do for yourself is become your own advocate. Doing so often involves initiating…
Here’s How to Honor Juneteenth — Our Newest Federal Holiday
Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1st, 1863, ordering the liberation of nearly 4 million enslaved African-Americans in the Confederate south. Despite the…
On International Firefighters Day, We Recognize the Brave Men and Women Who Protect Our Local Communities
Tuesday, May 4 marks International Firefighters Day — a day to both remember all of the firefighters who have lost their lives and to support…
National Stress Awareness Day
April 16 marks National Stress Awareness Day, a time for us all to reflect on the stress that is a part of our daily lives…
It’s Black Maternal Health Week: Here’s How to Show Your Support for Black Mothers Everywhere
As part of this April’s National Minority Health Month, the Black Mamas Matter Alliance has announced its fourth annual Black Maternal Health Week (BMHW), which…
