
The Mesothelioma Center Blog – Page 96
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Cancer & CaregivingWhen I sit down to write this blog every week, I try to put myself in your shoes. Here's the thing: I may have been in your shoes. My loved one may have died because of asbestos exposure. I…
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Stories from Survivors
Survivor Insight Series | Karen R.
In this week's Survivor Insight, Karen R., a mother and wife, shares her mesothelioma experiences with us and the community. We would like to start by thanking Karen for sharing this personal moments…February 29, 2012 -
Legislation & Litigation
Philadelphia Court Acts to Reduce Asbestos Caseload
Recently, a Pennsylvania federal court announced it reduced the backlog of federal asbestos cases. But a Pennsylvania state court has different news. Because of its backlog, the Philadelphia…February 24, 2012 -
Stories from Survivors
Survivor Insight Series | Mesothelioma Survivor Advocates Traveling for Treatment
We would like to thank Karen S. for sharing her mesothelioma experiences with us and the community. If you would like to share your experiences with others that are going through mesothelioma…February 22, 2012 -
Health & Wellness
Fasting Before Chemotherapy
After survivors Jo Denham and Jan Egerton found out about their mesothelioma diagnosis,they wasted no time before turning to the Internet for more information about the disease. Like many other…February 20, 2012 -
Legislation & Litigation
Heroes Are Why 9/11 Compensation Fund Should Cover Claims
A few months ago, we told you about the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund (VCF). The VCF compensates eligible first responders, volunteers and others who worked, lived or went to school at 9/11 crash sites. Many…February 17, 2012 -
Stories from Survivors
Survivor Insight Series | Wisconsin Mesothelioma Survivor Thrives Outdoors, Not Conceding
Update: Bob's son informed us that his father lost his battle with mesothelioma on Oct. 26, 2012. Bob O. already has his spring calendar so booked - a garden to plant, grass to cut, fish to…February 15, 2012 -
Health & Wellness
Tips for Coping with the Stress of Mesothelioma
Dealing with mesothelioma can create a lot of stress. Many patients feel pressure because there suddenly is much about their lives than they cannot control. Knowing some tips to help you deal…February 13, 2012 -
Legislation & Litigation
Who Has a Duty to Warn Workers About Asbestos Dangers?
Individuals exposed to asbestos often have legal claims against companies that fail to warn them about these dangers. That much is clear. But who has the duty to warn workers are exposed on…February 10, 2012 -
Cancer & Caregiving
Key Tips from Survivor Insight Series for the Recently Diagnosed
We'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…February 7, 2012