Women With Mesothelioma: Real Talk With Survivors
Awareness & Research
Written by Travis Rodgers | Edited By Amy Edel
Join us on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. ET for a powerful and inspiring live online event. The Mesothelioma Center is proud to host Women With Mesothelioma: Real Talk With Survivors, featuring two mesothelioma survivors and a licensed mental health counselor who moderates our support group for survivors and caregivers. They’ll share their personal stories, helpful advice and emotional support to help guide women on their journey with this rare cancer.
What You’ll Learn During the Discussion
Our panelists will discuss their firsthand experiences with the unique challenges women face with mesothelioma. Diagnosis, treatment, identity, motherhood and mental health can all be complicated for women with mesothelioma.
- Advice and encouragement for women following diagnosis
- Advocacy and awareness for women living with mesothelioma
- Emotional health and coping strategies after diagnosis
- Firsthand stories from 2 mesothelioma survivors
- How symptoms and diagnosis experiences can differ for women
- The impact of mesothelioma on motherhood, family roles and identity
- Tips for building emotional and practical support systems
This discussion will offer support, helpful advice and a sense of community to women with mesothelioma and their families. Whether you’re a mesothelioma survivor, caregiver or just looking for support, this is a great opportunity to connect and learn from those who know what it’s like to live with mesothelioma.
At the end of the presentation, you’ll get to ask questions during a live Q&A session. Even if you can’t join the live event, if you register, we’ll send you the recording afterward. Sign up now so you don’t miss this honest and uplifting conversation.
Panelists’ Backgrounds
Tamron Little was diagnosed with peritoneal mesothelioma in 2007 at just 21 years old. She underwent successful surgery, HIPEC and radiation therapy. Now, after almost 20 years of surviving with mesothelioma, Tamron shares her firsthand experiences to support others with this rare cancer.
Dana Nolan, MS, LMHC, is a licensed mental health counselor who leads The Mesothelioma Center’s monthly mesothelioma support group. She specializes in working with people living with mesothelioma. Dana has experience with inpatient and outpatient counseling, as well as clinical research in the U.S. and Australia.
Priscilla Wayterra was diagnosed with peritoneal mesothelioma in 2024, just a few years after overcoming breast cancer. Doctors discovered it during an appointment to investigate her symptoms. After undergoing surgery, Priscilla is now navigating life as a mesothelioma survivor and is committed to sharing her story to inspire others.
