Facts About Mesothelioma
Key Takeaways Mesothelioma is a rare but aggressive cancer caused by asbestos exposure. There are four types: pleural (lungs, ~75% of cases), peritoneal (abdomen, ~20%), pericardial (heart, ~1%), and testicular (less than 1%). Approximately 3,000 people are diagnosed with mesothelioma each year in the United States. Globally, the UK sees over 2,700 cases and Australia […]
