Sylvester investigators find disparities in mesothelioma survival due to social determinants, limited access

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Investigators at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine found that treatment outcomes for patients with malignant pleural mesothelioma, a rare cancer commonly known as mesothelioma, are often affected by social determinants of health and that overall survival rates could be improved by addressing these health disparities and improving access to specialized care.

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