
Stories from Survivors
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blogStories from SurvivorsAfter being diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma in 2015, I underwent an extrapleural pneumonectomy. I wanted to share my experiences with recovery for others who…
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Navy Veteran With Asbestosis & Silicosis Has a Passion for Justice
Navy veteran Jerry Cochran was told 50 years ago that he had only five years to live. But he said his faith in God… -
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Mesothelioma Survivor, a Navy Veteran, Defies the Odds
Navy veteran Bob Niemiec is a mesothelioma survivor who even doctors say defied the odds. The 78-year-old was given just 10 months to live… -
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The Inspiring Spirit of Mesothelioma Survivor Carla Fasolo
Carla Fasolo’s cancer journey is one of hope and determination. In 2021, her doctors diagnosed her with pleural mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive… -
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Nurse and Survivor: Overcoming Breast Cancer and Mesothelioma
Kim Madril loves helping others. She made a career of taking care of people as a nurse, but her own surprising diagnosis of mesothelioma… -
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Conquering Mesothelioma: The Resilience of D.G. Blackburn
In July 2022, D.G. Blackburn’s life took an unexpected turn when he was diagnosed with peritoneal mesothelioma. A survivor at heart, Blackburn decided… -
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Don’t Be Afraid of Aggressive Mesothelioma Treatment
When I was diagnosed with malignant pleural mesothelioma in 2015, thoracic surgeon and mesothelioma expert Dr. David Sugarbaker told me there were choices about… -
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Navigating My Own Path on My Mesothelioma Journey
Finding your path after being diagnosed with a rare disease such as peritoneal mesothelioma is hard. Thanks to technological advances in the medical… -
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Mesothelioma Survivor Reunites With Surgeon for HIPEC Webinar
Over the years I have participated in many mesothelioma webinars. I really enjoy interacting with others from the cancer community, sharing my story… -
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Mesothelioma Survivor Discusses Phantom Emotions and How He Coped
While I was undergoing a course of targeted radiation therapy for mesothelioma at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, I was asked…