
The Mesothelioma Center Blog – Page 34
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Pleural MesotheliomaRich and Aline DeLisle made the difficult decision recently to stop Rich’s cancer treatment and begin home hospice care — the final stage of…
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Cancer & Caregiving
Finding Moments of Joy as a Mesothelioma Caregiver
When a loved one is diagnosed with a debilitating illness such as mesothelioma, everyday life can become full of challenges for those who care… -
Pleural Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma Survivor Thriving in High-Altitude Lifestyle
Twenty months after aggressive surgery for malignant pleural mesothelioma, Hatsie H. celebrated with her grandchildren by taking the ski lift to the top of… -
Health & Wellness
Managing Unintentional Weight Loss During Mesothelioma Treatment
Mesothelioma cancer and its treatment may cause a variety of side effects. These symptoms can diminish a patient’s ability to eat well and… -
Awareness & Research
5 Places You Wouldn’t Expect to Find Asbestos
This week marks the 14th annual Global Asbestos Awareness Week. This year, the campaign focuses on banning asbestos, preventing exposure, enforcing regulations and… -
Treatment & Doctors
Can Turmeric Bring the Fight to Mesothelioma?
When thinking about how to treat mesothelioma cancer, most of us don’t consider the spice rack. Maybe we should — beginning with turmeric. -
Cancer & Caregiving
Importance of Mesothelioma Cancer Survivorship Care Plans
The details of your mesothelioma cancer treatment can be overwhelming. It is a challenge to remember complicated drug names, surgery details, potential side… -
Peritoneal Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma Survivor Driven by Family, Active Lifestyle
Attending a dinner party with friends became the motivation Darlene Micciche needed while recovering from cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC). -
Peritoneal Mesothelioma
Canadian Mesothelioma Survivor: ‘Advocate for Yourself’
Peritoneal mesothelioma survivor Jayda K. didn’t take her increasing pain lying down. The Ottawa, Ontario, resident fought hard to get doctors to recognize… -
Peritoneal Mesothelioma
Finding Your Faith in the Midst of Mesothelioma
I am often reminded of a popular saying: “It’s easier said than done.” So many people like to use this saying when they are…