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Our blog is a timely voice for cancer patients, caregivers, and those seeking information about mesothelioma and asbestos-related topics. By providing relevant news, personal stories, and practical insights, we will further spread awareness and nurture hope with the goal of one day eliminating mesothelioma.
December Advocate of the Month – Two Words No Family Should Ever Have to Hear
Lana Barhum shares the story of her brother Moe's battle with peritoneal mesothelioma at 31 years old as the MCA's Advocate of the Month for December.
Celebrities Who Battled Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma, like other cancers, does not care what the "usual" patient profile of a mesothelioma cancer patient looks like. Read on to learn about noted and famous individuals who have battled mesothelioma.
Courts Are Bouncing Tort Reform
Tort laws were created to protect big companies against major losses to victims in court. Today, many states are ruling the tort law as unconstitutional.
Daughters of the Dust: The Changing Face of Mesothelioma
Many women with no direct asbestos exposure are becoming the new face of mesothelioma and awareness efforts. Read on to learn the stories of 5 inspiring women.
MesoMark: Progress in the Diagnosis and Monitoring of Mesothelioma
A commercially available test, Mesomark, can help with diagnosis and progress of mesothelioma by measuring soluble mesothelin-related peptides (SMRPs).
Advocate of the Month – August 2013
The MCA would like to thank Andrea Hastie for sharing the story of her father's battle with malignant pleural mesothelioma as August's Advocate of the Month.
Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency Act Update
The Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency Act is moving through legislative channels and threatens to further complicate filing claims for asbestos victims.
Advocate of the Month – July 2013
Advocate of the Month for July, Andreas Heydeck, shares the story of his father Peter's battle with malignant pleural mesothelioma.