Papermaking and pulp represent one of the largest industries in the world, and the United States accounts for the majority of the world’s consumption of paper. Papermaking has played an important economic and social role in U.S. history, but its contributions came at a cost to paper mill workers exposed to dangerous levels of asbestos. Paper
Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard is notable for both its historic role in the country’s entry to World War II and as a source of asbestos exposure. Still a functional military facility today, the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard is also a Superfund site where investigations and cleanup activities are ongoing. Some military personnel and civilians who
Papermaking and pulp represent one of the largest industries in the world, and the United States accounts for the majority of the world’s consumption of paper. Papermaking has played an important economic and social role in U.S. history, but its contributions came at a cost to paper mill workers exposed to dangerous levels of asbestos contamination.
Radiation oncologists are integral members of multidisciplinary medical teams that treat mesothelioma. Working in coordination with thoracic surgical oncologists and medical oncologists, these highly skilled specialists create sophisticated therapeutic plans that target and regulate doses of high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells. Radiation oncologists who treat mesothelioma have deep knowledge of the cancer’s biology and
When malignant pleural mesothelioma is suspected, physicians must confirm the diagnosis to prescribe the most effective treatment plan. Cytokeratin 5 and 5/6 are important proteins that help to distinguish malignant mesothelioma from pulmonary adenocarcinoma, the most common type of lung cancer. What Is Cytokeratin? Cytokeratin is a type of protein found on epithelial cells, which are the
Founded in 1887, The American Smelting and Refining Company (ASARCO) grew to encompass mining, smelting, and refining operations until it became a subsidiary of Grupo Mexico in 1999. In 2005, ASARCO filed for bankruptcy protection, and in 2009, the ASARCO Asbestos Personal Injury Settlement Trust was created to compensate asbestos victims. ASARCO History and Asbestos
Palliative care has long been known to offer significant benefits to patients suffering from malignant mesothelioma, as well as other advanced cancers. But to date, little has been known about the effectiveness of palliative care delivered virtually rather than in person. Now, a study conducted by Joseph A. Greer, PhD, of Massachusetts General Hospital and
Dr. Rafael Santana-Davila is a medical oncologist who specializes in treating patients with thoracic cancers, including lung cancer and pleural mesothelioma. He practices at the Providence Swedish Cancer Center in Seattle, Washington. Asked about his practice philosophy, Dr. Santana-Davila says, “My patients teach me life lessons that make me a better person.” His interests include
Dr. Juskaran S. Chadha is a medical oncologist and Assistant Professor at the University of South Florida, Morsani College of Medicine. He is the Medical Director of Moffitt Cancer Center at Wesley Chapel. Dr. Chadha’s clinical focus is solid tumor oncology, with special interests in genitourinary tract tumors, including prostate cancer, bladder cancer, kidney cancer,
Dr. Mark Onaitis is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in malignant and benign conditions of the chest, including lung cancer, esophageal cancer, thymic malignancies, and pleural mesothelioma. He practices at the University of California, San Diego. Dr. Onaitis uses minimally invasive approaches, including thoracoscopy and robotics, in his delivery of care. His clinical expertise lies