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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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1 in 3 mesothelioma patients served. Learn about VA benefits.
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treatment First PITAC Procedure for Mesothelioma Performed in North America
A surgeon has performed the first pressurized aerosol chemotherapy (PITAC) for mesothelioma in North America, bringing a European innovation to U.S. patients.
Apr 4, 2026 MSK Study: Mesothelioma Rising in People Under 50, BAP1 Mutations a Key Factor Apr 3, 2026 TGF-β Combo Therapy Cuts Mesothelioma Tumor Growth by 70% in Lab Models Apr 3, 2026 Canada Recalls Children's Craft Sand Over Asbestos Mar 23, 2026 $30B in Trust Funds: How Much Has Been Paid Out Mar 17, 2026 J&J $950M Punitive Damages Overturned in Talc Case Mar 17, 2026 See All News →
Featured Research 92 Mesothelioma Clinical Trials Recruiting 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.
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Active Clinical Trials
Find mesothelioma clinical trials currently recruiting patients. Data updated automatically from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Browse All Trials → 91 Recruiting
32 Immunotherapy
5 CAR-T Cell
52 U.S. Sites
Updated: Mar 9, 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.
Investigation
Talcum Powder and Cancer
Asbestos-contaminated talc has caused mesothelioma. Talc itself is linked to ovarian cancer. More than 90,000 lawsuits are pending, and J&J's three bankruptcy attempts have all been rejected.
90,000+ Lawsuits Pending
IARC 2A "Probably Carcinogenic" (2024)
$2.5B+ In Jury Verdicts
Talc and Mesothelioma
What J&J Knew Internal documents show asbestos found in 1972. Three labs confirmed it. The company paid to suppress the findings. Verdicts and Settlements $1.5 billion Craft verdict. $966 million Moore verdict. Why mesothelioma talc awards are the largest in history. Women and Talc Mesothelioma 75% of cosmetic talc mesothelioma cases are women. Non-occupational exposure through Baby Powder and body powders. FDA and Regulation FDA confirmed asbestos in 2019. Cosmetics remain unregulated. New testing rules proposed, then withdrawn.
Talc and Mesothelioma Guide → Talc and Ovarian Cancer
Scientific Evidence IARC classification, NIH Sister Study, migration pathway. How talc reaches the ovaries and causes cancer. Who's at Risk African American women face 40%+ increased risk. Application method, frequency, and duration all matter. Lawsuits and Legal Options Federal MDL, state court trials, UK filings. Eligibility criteria and what to expect from the process. 55-Year Timeline From the first discovery in 1971 to billion-dollar verdicts in 2025. Science, corporate knowledge, and legal action.
Talc and Ovarian Cancer Guide → 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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