New Hope For Mesothelioma Sufferers In UK

Breaking News

New Hope For Mesothelioma Sufferers In UK

August 15th, 2007

Sufferers of the asbestos related cancer mesothelioma in the UK have had fresh hope given to them following indications that health services may reverse their decision with regards to an important drug used in the treatment of this illness. The drug referred to is Alimta, which has been shown to extend the life of mesothelioma sufferers even if only by a short time.

The National Institute for Clinical Excellence has refused to approve the drug in the UK due to high costs, stating that the cost of using the drug simply cannot be justified. However, this decision caused outrage amongst sufferers of the cancer, campaign groups, and even some MPs.

According to recent reports, however, the National Institute for Clinical Excellence may turn on its original decision, and may decide to approve use of the drug after all. This news has come as a huge relief to mesothelioma sufferers and their families.

Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that stems from exposure to airborne asbestos dust and fibers, and can reduce the lifespan of the patient to a matter of months in some cases.

Asbestos Closes Iowa School
June 5th, 2008
Air test results shut down an Iowa elementary school this week amid concerns of asbestos. With only three weeks left in the school year, the superintendent is looking for a place for the 145 students.
Read More >>

Natural Asbestos Causes Health Concern
June 4th, 2008
A park in California has had almost half its 75,000 acres shut to the public after high levels of naturally occurring asbestos was found. The asbestos is in the soil at the park, and can become airbor
Read More >>

Important Notice: Mesolink.org is a legal informational site sponsored by the Peterson Firm, LLC. The Peterson Firm's office is located at: 20 N. Orange Ave - Suite 400, Orlando, Florida 32801. The Peterson Firm is licensed by the Florida Bar Association to practice law within the state of Florida. If the Peterson Firm undertakes representation of a client outside the state of Florida, it will do so with assistance of local counsel from a law firm located in the state where the case is filed. If Peterson Firm undertakes representation in the state of Florida it will also do so with assistance of co counsel.

The content contained herein was not prepared by lawyers and should not be taken as a substitute for legal advice from a licensed attorney. Additionally, this information is not intended to create an attorney-client relationship simply by its viewing. The creation of an attorney-client relationship requires more than viewing this or affiliated websites. Neither the transmission nor receipt of this website material will create an attorney-client relationship between sender and receiver. The material contained herein is general in nature and may or may not be applicable to a viewer's individual legal needs. Online readers should not act on this information without seeking professional counsel. Please read our 'Terms & Conditions Of Use' for more information.

Additionally, the information contained on Mesolink.org, including but not limited to informational articles, other text/images, and on or off site links, has not been prepared, endorsed, or reviewed by any form of licensed medical professional, including but not limited to physicians, doctors, and so on. Nothing on the this website should be taken as medical advice, but instead should act as a useful resource in providing general information that may be useful to members of the general public. All visitors are encouraged to consult with a physician or other licensed medical professional for any form of medical advice. Please see our 'Terms & Conditions Of Use' for further information.