'Research' Category
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | September 12, 2008
How is Mesothelioma Diagnosed?
I have scrutinized hundreds of medical records over the last decade, and the one major point I want to make clear is that I rarely find a mention of asbestos exposure in… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 28, 2008
Minnesota Mother and Mesothelioma Victim Shares Story of Hope
A Minnesota mesothelioma patient is claiming she is cured, according to an article in the Minnesota Star Tribune. Heather Von St. James, of Roseville, MN, was diagnosed with mesothelioma two-and-a-half years ago,… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 11, 2008
Finding a Mesothelioma Specialist and Asking the Right Questions
If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, finding the right doctor and being actively involved in your treatment are two of the best steps you can take. Mesothelioma doctors are the best physicians… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 7, 2008
Are There Different Types of Mesothelioma?
According to 100 Questions & Answers About Mesothelioma, there are three main types of mesothelioma: epithelioid mesothelioma, sarcomatoid mesothelioma, and mixed (also called “biphasic”) mesothelioma. Generally, when I speak with someone who… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 7, 2008
Can Mesothelioma Be Prevented?
According to 100 Questions and Answers About Mesothelioma, the best way to prevent mesothelioma is to decrease one’s exposure to asbestos in the workplace, at home, and in the environment. Regulating the necessary safety… Read More
