The Mesothelioma Center Blog – Page 16
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AdvocacyEarlier this month, I was honored to sponsor the annual conference of the National Association of County Veterans Service Officers in Madison, Wisconsin. The… -
Pleural MesotheliomaDon’t Be Afraid of Aggressive Mesothelioma Treatment
Michael describes how aggressive treatment for mesothelioma can offer hope for survivors. He also explains his personal cancer journey and his mesothelioma treatments. -
Awareness & ResearchNational Black Cancer Awareness Week: Breaking the Stigma
It’s that time of year again. National Black Family Cancer Awareness Week runs through June 21, bringing a week full of opportunities to help… -
Peritoneal MesotheliomaNavigating My Own Path on My Mesothelioma Journey
Tamron explains navigating her own path after being diagnosed with peritoneal mesothelioma in 2007. She explains how she found a specialist and the treatment she was given. -
Health & WellnessNational Cancer Survivors Month: A 35-Year Survivor Reflects
I’m very grateful to celebrate 35 years as a cancer survivor. And I’m proud to have participated personally and professionally in many National Cancer… -
Peritoneal MesotheliomaMesothelioma Survivor Reunites With Surgeon for HIPEC Webinar
I hadn’t spoken to Dr. Levine in about 11 years, since the last time I had a follow-up appointment. I moved away and was under the care of another oncologist closer to home. To my surprise, he was excited to hear from me and even more surprised at my progress and life as a mesothelioma survivor. -
Health & WellnessMesothelioma and Loneliness: Finding Connection and Support
Mesothelioma patients and caregivers living with this rare cancer can feel isolated while experiencing symptoms and during treatments that can cause side… -
Health & WellnessEmbracing Palliative Care for Mesothelioma: Easing the Journey
As a mental health counselor working with mesothelioma cancer patients and their families, I’ve had many conversations about palliative care and hospice… -
Health & WellnessDealing With Mesothelioma Survivor’s Guilt
Tamron explains managing survivor's guilt after being diagnosed with peritoneal mesothelioma in 2007. She talks about making connections with others on a similar journey and dealing with loss. -
Pleural MesotheliomaMesothelioma Survivor Discusses Phantom Emotions and How He Coped
Michael explains phantom emotions and how he dealt with them as a pleural mesothelioma survivor. He describes some of what he calls irrational emotions that experienced during his recovery.