 
            The Mesothelioma Center Blog – Page 11
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				 Pleural MesotheliomaKevin Hession is passionate about sharing his story and reaching out to other mesothelioma survivors. Kevin was diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma in August 2021. His goal is to raise awareness about this rare cancer and help others who are on similar journeys. Pleural MesotheliomaKevin Hession is passionate about sharing his story and reaching out to other mesothelioma survivors. Kevin was diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma in August 2021. His goal is to raise awareness about this rare cancer and help others who are on similar journeys.
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				 Health & Wellness Health & WellnessWebinar Recap: Mental Health and MesotheliomaThe Mesothelioma Center’s most recent webinar featured Dana Nolan, MS, LMHC, a mental health counselor, and 2 mesothelioma survivors. Together, they discussed effective strategies…
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				 Pleural Mesothelioma Pleural MesotheliomaMesothelioma Survivor Talks Life After Decortication SurgeryKevin talks about some of the lasting effects from his decortication surgery following his pleural mesothelioma diagnosis. He also shares why he believes a daily routine is key for survivors. “It helps you feel like you’re still normal, but with an issue you have to deal with,” Kevin said.
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				 Cancer & Caregiving Cancer & CaregivingMesothelioma Caregivers Are at Increased Risk of DepressionMesothelioma caregivers, as well as the patients they’re caring for, are at increased risk of developing depression. Globally, the prevalence of depression among cancer…
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				 Pleural Mesothelioma Pleural MesotheliomaMesothelioma Survivor Attributes His Unwavering Strength to FaithKevin explains how his faith has helped him overcome his mesothelioma diagnosis. He also shares how he reaches out to others on a cancer journey with a message of faith. "I get a huge sense of satisfaction from getting to actually reach out to them about something that’s important to most Catholics,” Kevin said.
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				 Advocacy AdvocacyThe Mesothelioma Center Featured in March 18 Lifetime SeriesThe Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com will be featured on Lifetime network’s series Behind the Mystery. The segment can be seen on The Balancing Act…
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				 Pleural Mesothelioma Pleural MesotheliomaMesothelioma Survivor Shares His Nutrition and Exercise RoutineThree years after his diagnosis and surgery, pleural mesothelioma survivor Kevin Hession shares the importance of his diet and exercise routine. “You don’t shut yourself away in your house. That doesn’t do anything for you emotionally and doesn’t do anything for you physically." Kevin explains.
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				 Health & Wellness Health & WellnessCan Magnesium Help Lower the Risk of Mesothelioma?Magnesium is an important mineral that plays a role in hundreds of enzyme systems in the body, including repairing DNA. Damaged DNA from asbestos…
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				 Early-Stage Mesothelioma Early-Stage MesotheliomaSurvivor Finds Blessings Even in Coping With MesotheliomaKevin shares how he believes staying positive is a must after a mesothelioma diagnosis. “I am not going to let this disease ruin what’s left of my life. That’s up to me to live my life to the fullest that I can for however many days God has planned for me to live. I won’t let this disease control me,” Kevin said.
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				 Health & Wellness Health & WellnessFree Webinar: Mental Health and MesotheliomaJoin The Mesothelioma Center on Feb. 27 at 8 p.m. ET to learn effective ways survivors and families can manage mental health and mesothelioma.
 
            