The Mesothelioma Center Blog – Page 7
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blogStories from SurvivorsIn July 2022, D.G. Blackburn’s life took an unexpected turn when he was diagnosed with peritoneal mesothelioma. A survivor at heart, Blackburn decided…
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blogHealth & Wellness
4 Tips for Managing Caregiver Anger
“I’m so mad my spouse has mesothelioma. It’s not fair! This wasn’t what we had planned for our lives. I know it’s not their… -
blogAdvocacy
Advocating for Veterans Benefits Through VSO Training
Earlier this month, I was honored to sponsor the annual conference of the National Association of County Veterans Service Officers in Madison, Wisconsin. The… -
blogStories from Survivors
Don’t Be Afraid of Aggressive Mesothelioma Treatment
When I was diagnosed with malignant pleural mesothelioma in 2015, thoracic surgeon and mesothelioma expert Dr. David Sugarbaker told me there were choices about… -
blogAwareness & Research
National Black Cancer Awareness Week: Breaking the Stigma
It’s that time of year again. National Black Family Cancer Awareness Week runs through June 21, bringing a week full of opportunities to help… -
blogStories from Survivors
Navigating My Own Path on My Mesothelioma Journey
Finding your path after being diagnosed with a rare disease such as peritoneal mesothelioma is hard. Thanks to technological advances in the medical… -
blogHealth & Wellness
National Cancer Survivors Month: A 35-Year Survivor Reflects
I’m very grateful to celebrate 35 years as a cancer survivor. And I’m proud to have participated personally and professionally in many National Cancer… -
blogStories from Survivors
Mesothelioma Survivor Reunites With Surgeon for HIPEC Webinar
Over the years I have participated in many mesothelioma webinars. I really enjoy interacting with others from the cancer community, sharing my story… -
blogHealth & Wellness
Mesothelioma and Loneliness: Finding Connection and Support
Mesothelioma patients and caregivers living with this rare cancer can feel isolated while experiencing symptoms and during treatments that can cause side… -
blogHealth & Wellness
Embracing Palliative Care: Easing Cancer’s Journey
As a mental health counselor working with mesothelioma patients and their families, I’ve had many conversations about palliative care and hospice care…