The Mesothelioma Center Blog – Page 19
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Treatment & DoctorsI recently held a webinar for The Mesothelioma Center focused on the differences between chemotherapy and immunotherapy for mesothelioma.The webinar was an excellent… -
Treatment & Doctors5 Things to Do if You Have Been Exposed to Asbestos
Asbestos exposure is the primary cause of mesothelioma and asbestosis, devastating conditions that require aggressive treatments. If you become exposed to asbestos, talking with… -
AdvocacyWhy We’re Walking to Raise Mesothelioma Awareness
The 14th annual Alton Miles for Meso 5K race and 3K walk and fun run will take place on Saturday, Sept. 24, just two… -
Pleural Mesothelioma20-Year Pleural Mesothelioma Survivor Is a Sugarbaker Legacy
Tim originally decided against surgery and chemotherapy when he was diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma in 2002, but his daughter convinced him otherwise. He underwent an extrapleural pneumonectomy at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He was among America’s longest-living male pleural mesothelioma survivors. Tim died in December 2023. -
AdvocacyBuilding Asbestos Awareness Through Community Outreach
Earlier this year, Asbestos.com launched a first-of-its-kind Community Partnership program to raise mesothelioma awareness through partnerships with universities and service organizations. Within the… -
Health & WellnessReducing Salt in Your Diet
Aug. 29 is More Herbs, Less Salt Day. This awareness day was created because a significant number of Americans consume too much salt. Excess salt… -
Treatment & DoctorsShukla Research Lab Tests Limits of Mesothelioma and Asbestos Disease Science
When I decided to launch my research career in the United States a little over 20 years ago, I had no idea I would… -
ChemotherapyPleural Mesothelioma Survivor Uplifted by Work and Community
Dinah made a quick return to work even before being diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma in 2020. She goes into detail about her chemotherapy treatments and how she's received so much support from her friends and family. -
Pleural MesotheliomaMesothelioma Survivor and Advocate Emily Ward Lived to Help Others
Emily found the best mesothelioma surgeon at the time, Dr. David Sugarbaker. Emily credited Sugarbaker for her nearly 10-year survival with pleural mesothelioma. Despite being forced to retire from nursing, she continued caring for others by volunteering and supporting the mesothelioma community. Emily died in May 2022. -
Health & WellnessHealth Benefits of Choosing Seasonal Produce
Summer is upon us, and grocery stores and farmers markets are filling up with plenty of vibrant and varied fruit and vegetable options. This…