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    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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    How Can Food Anxiety Affect Mesothelioma Patients?

    This blog is Part 2 of a series on the relationship between nutrition, mental health and mesothelioma treatment. Read Part 1: Can Ultra…
    Dana Nolan, MS, LMHC
    07/09/2024
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    Asbestos in Homes: Q&A With Asbestos Abatement Expert

    For many years, asbestos was a popular material used for the construction of homes and buildings because the mineral is resistant to electricity, heat…
    Travis Rodgers
    07/08/2024
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    Treatment & Doctors

    2024 Peritoneal Mesothelioma Treatment Updates

    On Tuesday, July 16, at 6 p.m. ET, The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com will host a webinar open to all peritoneal mesothelioma patients, their…
    Sean Marchese, MS, RN
    07/05/2024
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    Peritoneal Mesothelioma Survivor Builds Legacy in Puerto Rico 

    In 2016, doctors diagnosed Epifanio Figueroa with peritoneal mesothelioma. He says nutrition and exercise are more important to him now than ever.
    Travis Rodgers
    07/05/2024
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    Early-Stage Mesothelioma

    Mesothelioma Survivor Shares Diagnosis and Treatment Journey

    Six years after his pleural mesothelioma diagnosis, 61-year-old Joey Barna of Massachusetts tells The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com that he feels great. But Joey…
    Travis Rodgers
    06/27/2024
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    Health & Wellness

    Tips for Mesothelioma Survivors When Traveling

    Traveling to spend time with family and friends or to experience new places can be incredible. Whether your plans take you to the other…
    Travis Rodgers
    06/24/2024
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    Does Talc in Makeup Still Pose an Asbestos Exposure Risk?

    Talc has historically been a common ingredient in makeup for its moisture absorption and silky texture. It can help prevent caking as well.  Despite…
    Amy Edel
    06/19/2024
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    Late-Stage Mesothelioma

    25 Years Post Mesothelioma Diagnosis: Survival and Survivor’s Guilt

    In 1999 Tammy Frank was diagnosed with stage 3 peritoneal mesothelioma. She was told she only had 6 months to live. Now 25 years…
    Travis Rodgers
    06/14/2024
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    Navigation Toolkit: Tips From a Peritoneal Mesothelioma Survivor

    I received the life-changing diagnosis of peritoneal mesothelioma 17 years ago this month. Overcoming this illness has given me a unique perspective on the…
    Tamron Little
    06/06/2024
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