Blog & Commentary

An estimated 15,000 people in the United States pass away from asbestos-related diseases each year. Even though asbestos has been identified as a cause of cancer, at least 8 million pounds of… Read More

Also known by the generic name risperidone, Risperdal is a powerful, anti-psychotic medication prescribed to treat schizophrenia, autism and bipolar disorders in adults. Its manufacturer, Johnson & Johnson (J&J), has recently been making… Read More

Thank you for being a part of the Miles for Meso community and the 7th Annual Alton Miles for Meso 5K Run & 2K Fun Run/Walk. This year’s race had a great… Read More

Thank you for being a part of the Miles for Meso community and the 7th Annual Alton Miles for Meso 5K Run & 2K Fun Run/Walk. Here is everything you need to… Read More

John Simmons first met Iva “Ivy” Lewis when he was in high school. He was dating her granddaughter, Jayne. Both sets of John’s grandparents had passed away before he was born, so… Read More

New analyses concerning asbestos exposure and mesothelioma are conducted on a regular basis, and the results are not always the same. The recent release of the analysis by the EWG Action Fund,… Read More

The Alton Miles for Meso 5K course has earned a reputation among the St. Louis running community as being among the more difficult road courses in the area because of its brick… Read More

Early registration for the Alton Miles for Meso 5K Race & 2K Fun Run/Walk will end in a week. Anyone who wants to take advantage of the early bird rate of $25… Read More

Registering for the Alton Miles for Meso 5K is a great way to show support for loved ones who have been diagnosed with mesothelioma. But not everyone can travel to be at… Read More

Mesothelioma Awareness Day, which takes place on September 26, was started in 2004 to bring attention to mesothelioma, the rare cancer linked with asbestos exposure. Accordingly, organizations that are dedicated to researching,… Read More