August 2025

Implementing a National Mesothelioma Registry to improve healthcare for veterans in Paulding County

Mesothelioma is a rare cancer notorious for having a low survival rate and a significant symptom burden for patients. Over 80% of all cases develop in the pleura, a thin layer of tissue that encloses the lungs. Because of its overlapping symptoms, the condition is often mistaken for lung cancer, which delays treatment and reduces curative options for patients.

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