The Mesothelioma Center Blog – Page 17
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Health & WellnessI’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. -
Treatment & DoctorsWebinar: FAQs About HIPEC for Mesothelioma Patients
On May 9, at 8 p.m. ET, The Mesothelioma Center will host an expert panel focused on HIPEC surgery, one of the best options… -
Cancer & CaregivingMesothelioma Caregivers Facebook Group Offers Support, Resources
Caring for a loved one with mesothelioma cancer is not an easy task. It can be an overwhelming process to adapt to, and… -
Awareness & Research8 Movies You Didn’t Know Used Asbestos, Endangering Cast and Crew
Few people know that asbestos, a hazardous mineral, was used extensively in the film industry and was present on the sets of many classic… -
Pleural MesotheliomaMesothelioma Survivor: Don’t Fall Into the ‘Why Me’ Trap
Michael shares how important it is to not ask the question "why me" after a mesothelioma diagnosis. He describes how having the wrong attitude can cause your body to experience unnecessary stress.