
Stories from Survivors
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blogStories from SurvivorsWhile I was undergoing a course of targeted radiation therapy for mesothelioma at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, I was asked…
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Mesothelioma Survivor: Don’t Fall Into the ‘Why Me’ Trap
It seems one of the most common reactions people have when faced with serious trials and hardships – right after thinking, “I can’t believe… -
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A Post-Cancer Letter to Pre-Cancer Tamron
Writing a post-cancer letter to my pre-cancer self is something I’ve been wanting to do for a while, but every time I start to… -
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5-Year Mesothelioma Survivor Motivated by Family
As a mesothelioma survivor, Albert Schwartz has already beaten the odds. He’s lived longer than anyone expected, but he has good reason to… -
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Mesothelioma Survivor’s Treatment Journey Continues
My mesothelioma journey has been difficult at times, but I try to remain positive. I returned home from having mesothelioma surgery a week… -
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Pleural Mesothelioma Survivor Shares His Inspiring Story
My story begins at the end of April 2015, when I went to my general practitioner’s office because of a cough and an unusual… -
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20-Year Pleural Mesothelioma Survivor Is a Sugarbaker Legacy
Tim Crisler believes there is only one way to explain how he – a most unlikely candidate – became one of America’s longest living… -
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Pleural Mesothelioma Survivor Uplifted by Work and Community
Unlike many in the workplace today, Dinah Smith still welcomes that sunrise wake-up call that starts her weekday mornings. Now, more than ever, it… -
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Mesothelioma Survivor and Advocate Emily Ward Lived to Help Others
Emily Ward was a widely admired, long-time pleural mesothelioma survivor – an inspiration to so many – but never in her own eyes. She… -
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Sugarbaker Legacy Goes Beyond Mesothelioma
Thoracic Surgeon Dr. David Sugarbaker died in 2018, leaving a legacy that went well beyond his pioneering efforts and acclaimed expertise in treating…