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Paul Kraus defied expectations for 27 years, becoming the world's longest-living mesothelioma survivor and patient advoc...
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research CheckMate-743 at Five Years: 14% of People on Immunotherapy Still Alive
Five-year data from CheckMate-743 shows 14% survival with nivolumab plus ipilimumab vs 6% with chemotherapy. Non-epithelioid benefit is striking.
Feb 26, 2026 Banjima Traditional Owners Launch $1.5 Billion Asbestos Claim Over Wittenoom Feb 25, 2026 UK Recalls 14 Children's Toys Over Asbestos Contamination in Sand Products Feb 25, 2026 42 Talc Claimants Challenge Revlon's Bankruptcy Discharge in Second Circuit Appeal Feb 25, 2026 California Appeals Court Rejects San Diego City Workers' Asbestos Lawsuit Feb 25, 2026 DHS Workers Report Asbestos Exposure at St. Elizabeths Demolition Site Feb 22, 2026 See All News →
Featured Research 92 Mesothelioma Clinical Trials Recruiting Now: What's Being Tested in 2026
92 mesothelioma trials recruiting now. Immunotherapy leads with 32 trials, CAR-T emerges with 5. Complete 2026 data by state, phase, and treatment type.
Read the Full Report → Live Data
Active Clinical Trials
Find mesothelioma clinical trials currently recruiting patients. Data updated automatically from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Browse All Trials → 92 Recruiting
32 Immunotherapy
5 CAR-T Cell
52 U.S. Sites
Updated: Mar 2, 2026
Stories of Survival & Legacy
Steve McQueen and Asbestos Exposure
How Steve McQueen developed mesothelioma from asbestos exposure during Marine Corps service, and what his story reveals ...
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Warren Zevon
Warren Zevon's final months remain a powerful example of facing mortality with honesty and creativity after his mesothel...
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Stephen Jay Gould
When Stephen Jay Gould was diagnosed with mesothelioma and given 8 months to live, he wrote an essay that still gives ho...
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Dr. Harvey Pass
Dr. Harvey Pass has led the search for mesothelioma biomarkers. Blood tests that could detect the disease when treatment...
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Dr. David Sugarbaker
Dr. David Sugarbaker's contributions to mesothelioma surgery and training continue to shape how the disease is treated w...
Read their story →Mesothelioma By The Numbers
~3,000 Annual U.S. Cases CDC/SEER 2024
73% 1-Year Survival NIH
12% 5-Year Survival SEER
38 years Average Latency CDC
27 Million Workers Were Exposed
Check if your occupation put you at risk for asbestos exposure.
Patient Resources
Talc-Related Ovarian Cancer
If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with ovarian cancer after using talcum powder, you're not alone. We connect people with gynecologic oncologists, cancer centers, clinical trials, and support networks.
22,000+ Diagnosed Each Year in the U.S.
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200+ Active Ovarian Cancer Trials
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Ovarian cancer treatment outcomes improve significantly when care is led by a gynecologic oncologist. We maintain a directory of specialists at NCI-designated cancer centers across the country.
Clinical Trials for Ovarian Cancer
New immunotherapy and targeted therapy trials are enrolling now. Finding the right trial can open doors to treatments not yet widely available.
Patient Support Networks
Connecting with other people facing a similar diagnosis matters. Support organizations like OCRA, the Foundation for Women's Cancer, and local cancer center programs offer community, guidance, and hope.
Understanding the Talc Connection
Over $30 Billion in Trust Funds
60+ active asbestos trust funds continue paying claims. Average awards range from $300,000 to $400,000.
Time limits apply. Filing deadlines range from 1-6 years depending on your state.
Recent Verdicts
- $1.56 Billion: J&J Talc, Baltimore (December 2025)
- $966 Million: Mae Moore vs. J&J (2025)
- $750 Million: Four Patients vs. J&J (2020)
Veterans
Mesothelioma and Military Service
One-third of all people diagnosed with mesothelioma are veterans. Asbestos was used extensively in Navy ships, Army bases, Air Force facilities, and Marine barracks through the 1980s. If you served, you may qualify for VA benefits without filing a lawsuit.
33% Of Mesothelioma Cases Are Veterans
$3,700+ Monthly VA Disability (100% Rating)
All Branches Navy, Army, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard
VA Disability Compensation
Mesothelioma is recognized as a service-connected illness. Veterans can receive monthly disability payments, free VA healthcare, and additional aid and attendance benefits.
VA Cancer Treatment Centers
The VA operates specialized oncology programs across the country. Veterans with mesothelioma are eligible for treatment at VA medical centers at no cost.
Surviving Spouse Benefits
Spouses and dependents of veterans who passed from mesothelioma may be eligible for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) and other survivor benefits.
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