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SMART Treatment Offers Hope

A study published on January 20, 2014 in the Journal of Thoracic Oncology, revealed that patients with epithelial mesothelioma responded well to pre-operative radiation in a specialized approach called SMART or Surgery for Mesothelioma After Radiation Therapy. This slower growing type of mesothelioma affects about 70 percent of mesothelioma patients. What is this new approach? …

Science Building Closed Due to Asbestos Contamination

After an inspection of a science building revealed asbestos dust, mercury vapor, and lead paint, San Francisco State University closed the building for the entire 2014 spring semester. This requires finding classrooms, labs, and offices for more than 2,500 students and staff. Les Wong, president of the university, stated, “The University is working with health …

Royal Renovations to Remove Asbestos

Anyone renovating a home built before the 1980s should be aware of the possibility of asbestos in many of the building materials. If there is a doubt, the suspect materials should be tested and, if found, removed by a certified abatement company. The royal family of Prince William and Kate have been going through the …