A new breath test may be able to detect lung cancer according to a new study by scientists in Israel. This new research could be quicker, easier and have a decreased cost for diagnosing lung cancer. The test may also allow for earlier detection which increases a patients odds of survival. The team is hoping [...]
Being diagnosed with mesothelioma, lung cancer or another major illness can be overwhelming. You may be experiencing sadness, anger, confusion, and many other emotions. One way to decrease some of your burden is to get organized and put your affairs in order. I advise my clients and their loved ones to find a system that [...]
A new technique may help clinicians hone in on a diagnosis in patients presenting with a pleural effusion of unknown cause. The study, led by principal investigator Y.C. Gary Lee, Ph.D., appears in the September 1 issue of the American Thoracic Society’s American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine…….
Researchers at Oxford University have developed a test that may diagnose mesothelioma more effectively. Dr. Helen Davies worked on the research and claims it may be a way for medical providers to diagnose cases of mesothelioma earlier. This could benefit the mesothelioma community in several ways: medical providers may be able to diagnose earlier and begin [...]
23 Aug
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Rosetta Genomics (the developer of the test) and Warnex Medical Laboratories (a life science company that provides services to the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries) announced an exclusive distribution agreement for Rosetta’s diagnostic tests. One of these tests is the miRview meso test which uses microRNA molecular technology to differentiate mesothelioma from other cancers in the [...]
When a loved one or a friend is diagnosed with mesothelioma, lung cancer, or other type of cancer, you may have a difficult time finding the right thing to say. You may have good intentions of being sympathetic and supportive, but sometimes our words can have the opposite affect. Researchers have found that our well meaning [...]
When you or a loved one is diagnosed with mesothelioma, lung cancer, or any other serious illness, you may feel overwhelmed and unsure. Often clients can decrease some of this stress by becoming actively involved in their medical care. By asking questions and learning about your new diagnosis, you may feel more in control of your treatment options. Below I have listed [...]
Breaking news about James Hardie executives being banned and fined in regard to breaching the Corporations Act when creating the asbestos compensation fund in Australia. This is a controversial ruling in the community of those who lives have been affected by asbestos. Victims of mesothelioma, lung cancer, and other asbestos-related diseases don’t feel this punishment is enough; [...]
Reuters published an article today about tests that may help medical providers determine which lung cancer treatments would be most effective for specific patients. The article was based on two studies published this week. If the findings prove to be valid it could mean better treatment options and decreased costs for lung cancer patients.
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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Financial Planning Association of Massachusetts have joined together to set up a financial coaching program for cancer patients and their caregivers. Patients and caregivers face the challenge of fighting cancer and managing their finances everyday. These burdens may be increased by healthcare costs, income loss, travel expenses to obtain healthcare, [...]