The Mesothelioma Center Blog – Page 7
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blogAwareness & ResearchLiving in older apartment buildings in the U.S. may put you at higher risk of asbestos exposure. Asbestos, a natural mineral, was a popular…
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blogHealth & Wellness
Can Asbestos Pose Health Risks to Unborn Children?
While asbestos is a known cause for adult diseases such as mesothelioma, could the toxic mineral affect a fetus? Reports from the Centers for… -
blogTreatment & Doctors
Free Webinar: Mesothelioma Chemotherapy vs. Immunotherapy
On Wednesday, April 10, at 8 p.m., join medical oncologist Dr. J. Marie Suga in a discussion about critical differences between chemotherapy for mesothelioma and… -
blogPleural Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma Survivor Shares His Goals, Plans, and Motivation
Kevin wants survivors to know about the Patient Advocates at The Mesothelioma Center who helped him advocate for himself. “Originally, I thought that asking for a second opinion is insulting to your doctor,” Kevin recalls. "But not every doctor does things the same way. A second opinion can be really important.” -
blogMultimodal Treatment
Mesothelioma Journeys: Storms, Setbacks, Support and Survival
Michael talks about setbacks in the midst of a personal storm and how support groups for the mesothelioma community can help. He also explains how important it is to be kind to others who may be going through a rough patch in their lives. -
blogAdvocacy
The Mesothelioma Center Appears on Lifetime TV Series
Behind the Mystery is a recurring segment on the Lifetime network that highlights rare and genetic diseases. The most recent episode with hosts Montel… -
blogHealth & Wellness
4 Signs Mesothelioma Was Impacting My Mental Health
If you’ve read any of my previous blogs or heard me speak, you’ve probably heard me say: “I didn’t know I needed therapy until… -
blogMultimodal Treatment
Mesothelioma Survivor Describes His Success With Chemotherapy
Kevin is sharing his success with chemotherapy three years after his mesothelioma diagnosis. “Overall I’m extremely lucky or blessed or both that I still have all my hair,” Kevin said. “I’ve actually gained weight. I didn't lose it; I gained it. When I was diagnosed, I was 210 lbs. I’m now right around 230 lbs.” -
blogMultimodal Treatment
Body, Mind and Spirit: Surviving Mesothelioma
Michael talks about some of the key beliefs he has when it comes to surviving mesothelioma. He also shares some of the most difficult things about his mesothelioma journey. -
blogPleural Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma Survivor Is Passionate About Raising Awareness
Kevin Hession is passionate about sharing his story and reaching out to other mesothelioma survivors. Kevin was diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma in August 2021. His goal is to raise awareness about this rare cancer and help others who are on similar journeys.