Trusted Organizations & Resources
Established nonprofits, government agencies, and patient support organizations serving the mesothelioma community.
Research & Advocacy Organizations
Nonprofits dedicated to mesothelioma research, patient support, and advocacy for a global asbestos ban.
Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation (Meso Foundation)
The only nonprofit dedicated exclusively to ending mesothelioma. Funds research grants, provides patient navigation through a full-time oncology nurse, and offers travel grants up to $5,000 for treatment.
Visit websiteAsbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO)
Leading advocacy organization working to ban asbestos worldwide. Provides education, raises awareness, and supports people harmed by asbestos exposure and their families.
Visit websiteInternational Mesothelioma Interest Group (IMIG)
Global network of researchers, clinicians, and advocates advancing mesothelioma science. Hosts biennial international conference.
Visit websitePatient Support Organizations
Free support services including counseling, support groups, financial assistance, and educational resources.
CancerCare
Free professional support services including counseling, support groups, educational workshops, and financial assistance for anyone affected by cancer.
Visit websiteCancer Support Community
Largest professionally led nonprofit network of cancer support worldwide. Provides free support groups, counseling, education, and healthy lifestyle programs.
Visit websiteAmerican Cancer Society
Comprehensive cancer information, patient programs, and support services. Includes lodging assistance and rides to treatment.
Visit websiteCancer Research Institute
Leading nonprofit funding immunotherapy research. Provides patient resources on immunotherapy treatments and clinical trials.
Visit websiteGovernment Health Resources
Official government sources for medical information, research, regulations, and clinical trials.
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Federal government's principal agency for cancer research. Comprehensive mesothelioma information, treatment summaries, and clinical trial listings.
Visit website nih.govNational Institutes of Health (NIH)
Nation's medical research agency. Funds mesothelioma research and provides health information through MedlinePlus.
Visit website pubmed.govPubMed
Free database of biomedical literature. Search millions of peer-reviewed research articles on mesothelioma.
Visit website clinicaltrials.govClinicalTrials.gov
Official database of clinical studies. Search active mesothelioma trials accepting patients.
Visit website cdc.govCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
National public health agency. Information on asbestos exposure, workplace safety, and disease prevention.
Visit website epa.govEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Federal agency protecting human health and environment. Asbestos regulations, abatement guidance, and exposure information.
Visit website osha.govOccupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Workplace safety standards and regulations for asbestos exposure. Resources for workers and employers.
Visit websiteVeteran Resources
Resources specifically for veterans exposed to asbestos during military service.
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
VA benefits and healthcare for veterans exposed to asbestos during military service. Disability compensation, healthcare, and survivor benefits.
Visit websiteVeterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
Veteran service organization providing assistance with VA claims, advocacy, and community support.
Visit websiteDisabled American Veterans (DAV)
Free assistance filing VA disability claims. Accredited representatives help veterans navigate the claims process.
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