Women With Mesothelioma: Real Talk With Survivors
Women often face unique challenges when living with mesothelioma. Listen to an empowering discussion between two female survivors and a licensed mental health counselor as they share personal stories, coping strategies and practical advice for navigating life with this rare cancer.
Women often face unique challenges when living with mesothelioma. Listen to an empowering discussion between two female survivors and a licensed mental health counselor as they share personal stories, coping strategies and practical advice for navigating life with this rare cancer.
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Priscilla WayterraMesothelioma & Breast Cancer Survivor -
Tamron LittleMesothelioma Survivor and Writer -
Dana Nolan, MS, LMHCMental Health Counselor & Contributing Writer
Lessons From Survivors on Navigating Mesothelioma as a Woman
Our panel of experts — mesothelioma survivors Tamron Little and Priscilla Wayterra, along with licensed mental health counselor Dana Nolan — explore a range of topics about what it means to be diagnosed with mesothelioma as a woman. Topics include:
- Real stories from two female mesothelioma survivors
- How mesothelioma symptoms and diagnosis can differ for women
- Mental health challenges and coping strategies after diagnosis
- How mesothelioma affects family roles, motherhood and identity
- Building emotional support systems
- Advice for women on navigating life after a mesothelioma diagnosis
- Advocacy for women with mesothelioma
You’ll also receive access to the free Q&A session our panelists hosted during the event.
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Priscilla WayterraPriscilla Wayterra was diagnosed with peritoneal mesothelioma in 2024, just a few years after overcoming breast cancer. Doctors discovered it during an appointment to investigate her symptoms. After undergoing surgery, Priscilla is now navigating life as a mesothelioma survivor and is committed to sharing her story to inspire others. -
Tamron LittleTamron Little was diagnosed with peritoneal mesothelioma in 2007 at just 21 years old. She underwent successful surgery, HIPEC and radiation therapy. Now, after nearly two decades of surviving with mesothelioma, Tamron shares her experiences to support others with this rare cancer. -
Dana Nolan, MS, LMHCDana Nolan, MS, LMHC, is a licensed mental health counselor who leads The Mesothelioma Center’s monthly support group. She specializes in working with people affected by cancer. Dana has experience with inpatient and outpatient counseling, and clinical research in the U.S. and Australia.
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