The Mesothelioma Center Blog - Page 2
Mesothelioma Survivor Celebrates 20 Years of Giving
- by Tim Povtak
- Stories from Survivors
- Dec 12, 2019
Tammy Frank recently filled her kitchen with more than a dozen friends and family, all gathered to help bake enough Christmas cookies to feed an army. Spreading holiday cheer is…
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What I’m Thankful for as a 7-Year Mesothelioma Survivor
- by Emily Ward
- Cancer & Caregiving
- Nov 26, 2019
My mesothelioma diagnosis seven years ago was a game-changer. When my doctor told me what I had, it was all a blur. But as the situation became clearer,…
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Moringa Tree and Cancer: Side Effects and Research Studies
- by Michelle Whitmer
- Health & Wellness
- Nov 26, 2019
Many people with cancer inquire about herbal medicine as a complementary therapy after reading anecdotal reports of herbal cancer cures online. One such herb, known as moringa tree, is…
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Is the Budwig Diet Supported by Cancer Research?
- by Michelle Whitmer
- Health & Wellness
- Nov 20, 2019
Special diets are a hot topic in online cancer forums among patients seeking information about how diet can impact cancer treatment and survival. Anecdotal accounts of one special diet,…
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A Mesothelioma Diagnosis Has a Ripple Effect on Loved Ones
- by Lorraine Kember
- Cancer & Caregiving
- Oct 31, 2019
On the night of our 30th wedding anniversary, my husband Brian and I held each other close and danced beneath the stars. As we swayed to the tune of…
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Mesothelioma Survivor Saved by Keytruda, Long-Distance Advice
- by Tim Povtak
- Stories from Survivors
- Oct 24, 2019
Wally Rogers should be back on the ski slope by early December, strong enough to cruise comfortably down picturesque Harper Mountain, not far from his home in Kamloops, British Columbia.
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Miraculous Mesothelioma Survivor Sets Tone for Fundraising Event
- by Tim Povtak
- Stories from Survivors
- Oct 16, 2019
Mesothelioma survivor Tina Herford is a testament to a rare combination of positive thinking, excellence in specialized care and the power of prayer. She is proof that miracles happen. Herford…
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Interview: Addressing the Issue of Asbestos in US Schools
- by Matt Mauney
- Outreach & Awareness
- Oct 14, 2019
Legacy asbestos, or asbestos-containing materials in buildings built before 1980, is a growing concern in the United States. Nowhere is this issue more apparent than in America’s schools.
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Miles for Meso a Yearly Reminder of Need for Mesothelioma Awareness
- by Danielle DiPietro
- Outreach & Awareness
- Oct 3, 2019
Last weekend, I joined other Patient Advocates from The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com to participate in the 11th annual Miles for Meso 5K. Asbestos.com was one of the sponsors for…
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What Mesothelioma Awareness Day Means to a Survivor
- by Emily Ward
- Outreach & Awareness
- Sep 26, 2019
When I was diagnosed with mesothelioma seven years ago, I barely knew anything about the rare cancer. I had spent 43 years working as a registered nurse, but…
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