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Sean Marchese

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Covers:  Mesothelioma and asbestos-related disease
Oncology writer and registered nurse for The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com specializing in research. My opinions are my own. RTs ≠ endorsements.

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Sean Marchese’s Biography

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At The Mesothelioma Center, I'm working to build a diverse web of professional contributors, including world-renown oncologists and researchers. I'm also excited to be creating educational content for mesothelioma patients and caregivers about exciting new treatments. Most importantly, I'm striving towards raising awareness about mesothelioma and the risk of asbestos.

Sean Marchese’s Journalist Portfolio

Guide to Coronavirus for Cancer Patients

Guide to Coronavirus for Cancer Patients

Older adults with cancer and chronic illness have the highest risk for developing severe complications from C…

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Mesothelioma Cancer Centers Now Using Tumor Treating Fields

Mesothelioma Cancer Centers Now Using Tumor Treating Fields

Tumor Treating Fields is one of the newest treatments on the market for pleural mesothelioma cancer patients …

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Villamizar Leads Mesothelioma Multidisciplinary Clinic in Miami

Villamizar Leads Mesothelioma Multidisciplinary Clinic in Miami

Since joining the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center in 2014, thoracic surgeon Dr. Nestor Villamizar has b…

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Virtual Mesothelioma Treatment Options During COVID-19

Virtual Mesothelioma Treatment Options During COVID-19

The coronavirus pandemic and social distancing guidelines have kept some mesothelioma patients from traveling…

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Mesothelioma Clinical Trial Testing New INBRX-109 Antibody

Mesothelioma Clinical Trial Testing New INBRX-109 Antibody

A new clinical trial is testing an innovative approach to immunotherapy that could change the way antibodies …

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Fungus-Derived Compounds Show Promise Against Mesothelioma

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By Sean Marchese, Amy Edel
| Asbestos.com
Researchers in Japan have identified new chemical compounds derived from a fungus that showed the ability to kill mesothelioma cells in laboratory testing. The findings, published this month in the Journal of Antibiotics, are early-stage but add to a growing body of research exploring natural sources for new mesothelioma treatments. The compounds, named paramyfurans A and B and paramylactone, were extracted from a fungal strain called Paramyrothecium sp. BF-1049.
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Trial Tests Limited Surgery for Unresectable Pleural Mesothelioma

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By Sean Marchese, Amy Edel
| Asbestos.com
A new clinical trial at the University of Chicago is testing whether a smaller, symptom-focused surgery can help pleural mesothelioma patients maintain quality of life when full tumor removal isn’t possible. This study looks at surgery differently than most mesothelioma trials. Rather than focusing first on complete tumor removal, it asks whether a smaller operation can safely help patients feel better and function better.
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Surgeon Details First North American PITAC for Mesothelioma

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By Sean Marchese, Amy Edel
| Asbestos.com
Thoracic surgeon Dr. Leah Backhus tells us a Stanford team has performed a specialized procedure for pleural mesothelioma for the very first time in North America. Known as pressurized intrathoracic aerosol chemotherapy, it delivers chemotherapy directly into the chest as a pressurized mist. Dr. Backhus noted, “I call it spray paint chemo.” PITAC is minimally invasive while still fighting this aggressive cancer.
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Who's your favorite fictional journalist?

Clark Kent

Why did you become a journalist?

To bring the magic of science and medicine to more people without the need for digging through complex scientific journals.

What story are you most proud of writing or working on?

Covering the COVID-19 pandemic for cancer patients has been challenging and rewarding.
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