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Christopher M. Placitella

Mesothelioma Treatment
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CAR T-Cell Therapy for Mesothelioma: New Hope
Abstract Chimeric Antigen Receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy is a form of immunotherapy that reprograms a patient’s own T cells to target cancer-specific proteins. It has revolutionized the treatment of certain blood cancers, but translating this success to solid tumors like mesothelioma has proven challenging . Mesothelioma is a rare, aggressive cancer often caused by asbestos exposure, and it has few effective treatments. Researchers worldwide are exploring CAR T-cell therapy as
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4 days ago30 min read
Mesothelioma Risk for Family Members: Understanding Secondary Asbestos Exposure
Introduction Most people associate mesothelioma with workers who handled asbestos directly in shipyards, construction sites, or factories. But many families are shocked to learn that spouses, children, and loved ones of asbestos workers can also develop mesothelioma from secondary asbestos exposure. This hidden risk has affected thousands of families across the United States, often decades after the initial exposure. This guide explains how secondary asbestos exposure happens
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Nov 213 min read
Mesothelioma Symptoms – Early Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
When it comes to mesothelioma, early detection can save lives. Unfortunately, the symptoms of this rare cancer are often subtle at first and
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Aug 151 min read


“What Is Mesothelioma? A Simple, Compassionate Guide”
This guide is designed to explain what mesothelioma is in clear, compassionate language — so you can better understand your options and feel
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Aug 133 min read


Federal Court Ruling Frustrates Johnson & Johnson’s Talc Escape Plan: Texas Two-Step Fails for the Final Time
In a major win for thousands of cancer victims and their families, a federal court has ruled that Johnson & Johnson (J&J) cannot reshuffle c
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Aug 63 min read


CAR T-Cell Therapy for Mesothelioma: A Reason for Hope
I have been representing mesothelioma patients for more than 40 years. A client walked into my office recently stating she was cured
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Jul 2630 min read
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