The Mesothelioma Center Blog – Page 52
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blogCancer & CaregivingWe've pulled advice from our Survivor Insight Series for recently diagnosed patients as well as the entire mesothelioma community. We hope these words of wisdom provide you with some encouragement and…
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blogDiagnosis
Alexis K. | Survivor Insight Series
Alexis K. smiles warmly, sincerely, when she hears friends talk excitedly about their upcoming wedding anniversaries, especially those celebrated milestones at 10, 20 and 30 years together. Those… -
blogAdvocacy
Interview with Karen Selby, Patient Advocate & RN
The process of being diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos related disease (ARD) can be a very confusing and trying time for a patient and their family. Many patients are not aware of patient… -
blogDiagnosis
Mesothelioma Caregiver Recounts Her Husband’s Experiences
Yvonne O. lost her husband, Pete, back in August to mesothelioma. We would like to thank her for reaching out to us through our Facebook to share her experiences and to all those affected by mesothelioma… -
blogInternational Impact
6 Countries to Watch for Asbestos Use and Abuse
Even with all the scientific evidence linking asbestos to a variety of serious health risks, many countries are still in the asbestos business. The cheapness of the material, its indestructibility,… -
blogAwareness & Research
5 Common Asbestos-Containing Products You Will Use This Holiday Season
The holidays bring a lot of joy and festivity, but there are some dangers to be aware of when bringing out old household products for the chilly holiday season. We've all heard about hazards like Christmas… -
blogLegislation & Litigation
8 Government Agencies That Deal With Asbestos
Several government agencies provide unique services and duties to the American public. Some are more involved than others when it comes to regulating asbestos. While the Environmental Protection… -
blogAsbestos Exposure Risk
Jo D. | Survivor Insight Series
We would like to thank Jo D. for sharing her experiences with us. The support within the community continues to grow with these first-hand perspectives. We are withholding her last name over privacy… -
blogAsbestos Exposure Risk
Lou W. | Survivor Insight Series
Louise W. has been affected by mesothelioma since the diagnosis of her father. He developed the disease through occupational exposure to asbestos. She came into contact with the deadly mineral… -
blogVeterans & Military
Veterans Video: Asbestos Lagging Was Normal on U.S. Navy Ships
Here's installment No. 3 of our veterans video series. Today's topic: Ever-sexy (but dangerous) asbestos lagging. Lagging, simply, is an insulating wrap that gets put around pipes, boilers,…