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  • Carla Fasolo
    Chemotherapy

    Mesothelioma Survivor Praises Family and Friends Following Her Recovery

    Carla Fasolo was diagnosed with mesothelioma in 2021. Today, she says her family, friends and especially her husband positively impacted her recovery. “It wasn’t…
    Travis Rodgers
    08/28/2024
  • Carla Fasolo
    Chemotherapy

    Survivor Worried Mesothelioma Could Worsen Depression

    Carla Fasolo shares that she had experienced depression in the past. When she was diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma in 2021, she was worried how…
    Travis Rodgers
    08/20/2024
  • Carla Fasolo
    Pleural Mesothelioma

    Mesothelioma Survivor: Resources and Support Were Critical

    Carla shares how important resources and support were for her following her pleural mesothelioma diagnosis. She also explains her positive experience working with a Patient Advocate from The Mesothelioma Center.
    Travis Rodgers
    08/12/2024
  • Expert doctors and mesothelioma survivors discuss treatment advances
    Health & Wellness

    Webinar Recap: Pleural and Peritoneal Treatment Updates

    We recently hosted treatment-focused webinars featuring the latest advances in therapies for peritoneal and pleural mesothelioma. Our medical experts and mesothelioma survivors shared their…
    Sean Marchese, MS, RN
    08/06/2024
  • A father discusses his mesothelioma diagnosis with his adult son.
    Health & Wellness

    Tips for Talking to Adult Children About Your Mesothelioma

    When we become parents, we take on many roles such as provider, guardian, teacher and comforter. As our children grow into adults and live…
    Dana Nolan, MS, LMHC
    08/03/2024
  • Dr. Berlinda Love
    Pleural Mesothelioma

    Pastor Talks About Her Recent Mesothelioma Diagnosis

    Dr. Berlinda Love, a pastor and podcaster, just received a diagnosis of epithelioid mesothelioma in June 2024. The 71-year-old spiritual leader went to her doctor because of a nagging cough she’d been dealing with for quite a while. 
    Travis Rodgers
    07/23/2024
  • Son helping his father prepare a meal
    Health & Wellness

    Benefits of Mesothelioma Survivors Asking for Help

    It can be challenging to ask for help when as a society we often prioritize self-sufficiency above self-care. However, there can be serious downsides…
    Dana Nolan, MS, LMHC
    07/16/2024
  • Joey Barna
    Occupational Asbestos Exposure

    Former HVAC Mechanic, Mesothelioma Survivor Shares His Story

    Joey Barna was diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma in 2018. He believes the disease was a result of his decade-long asbestos exposure during his career in the HVAC industry as well as other jobs that may have exposed him to asbestos.
    Travis Rodgers
    07/12/2024
  • Joey Barna
    Pleural Mesothelioma

    Pleural Mesothelioma Survivor Explains the Importance of His Faith

    Joey Barna was diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma in 2018. He believes the disease was a result of his decade-long asbestos exposure during his career in the HVAC industry as well as other jobs that may have exposed him to asbestos.
    Travis Rodgers
    07/11/2024
  • Man with hand on chest
    Health & Wellness

    Tips for Mesothelioma Patients to Help Manage Panic Attacks

    Most people with mesothelioma feel symptoms of anxiety from time to time. Studies show between 10% and 30% of cancer patients experience the frequency…
    Dana Nolan, MS, LMHC
    07/10/2024
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