Mesothelioma Information

Places to find more information on Mesothelioma

The Internet is full of information of every topic imaginable, from recipes to sports statistics and even health information. The problem with this much information is that while there is a seemingly infinite quantity of information, the quality of the information can be lacking.

When it comes to something as important as diagnosing mesothelioma symptoms, selecting the best method of mesothelioma treatment, or simply finding the most accurate and up to date mesothelioma information, it’s important to know that you are looking in the right spot.

Dependable Sources of Current Information

Here are some dependable and current sources of mesothelioma information, mesothelioma symptoms, and mesothelioma treatments:

The National Cancer Institute (NCI)

A division of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the NCI is government’s primary organization for cancer research and training. It was founded in 1937 and expanded in 1971. The website offers a summary of information regarding mesothelioma including mesothelioma symptoms and treatments, as well as information about taking part in clinical trials for new mesothelioma treatments. Information from the NCI regarding mesothelioma can be found online.

Website: http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/factsheet/Sites-Types/mesothelioma
Phone: 1–800–4–CANCER (1–800–422–6237.

Medline Plus

Medline Plus is an online resource that combines information from a group of health related agencies, including the NIH and the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM). It provides a simple way to access everything from an interactive medical encyclopedia to recent medical news and even research articles published in medical journals. In addition you will find links to mesothelioma symptoms and mesothelioma treatments.

Website: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/mesothelioma.html

Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation

This is a private, non-profit organization comprised of mesothelioma patients, their families, physicians, advocates, and researchers that seeks to eliminate mesothelioma as well as provide resources for those diagnosed with this asbestos cancer. The Foundation provides resources to educate people about mesothelioma symptoms and diagnoses, provide current information about the latest mesothelioma treatments, connect patients to the best mesothelioma specialists, and provide a support network for those suffering from this disease.

Website: http://www.curemeso.org
Phone: 1-877-END-MESO (1-877-363-6376).

Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR)

This Atlanta-based organization is part of the U.S. Department of Health and Services and “serves the public using the best science, taking responsible public health actions, and providing trusted health information.” The website provides background mesothelioma information including mesothelioma symptoms and other health issues related to asbestos exposure.

Website: http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/asbestos/asbestos/health_effects/