Stories from Survivors – Page 5
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Stories from SurvivorsBob continues to beat the odds after being diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma in 2019. He credits his four grandchildren as being one of his inspirations as well as the Patient Advocates at The Mesothelioma Center for their help.
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The Inspiring Spirit of Mesothelioma Survivor Carla Fasolo
Carla shares how she was initially exposed to asbestos which later caused her pleural mesothelioma diagnosis. She also explains how important loved ones are during a mesothelioma journey. -
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Nurse and Survivor: Overcoming Breast Cancer and Mesothelioma
Kim explains how she has overcome both breast cancer and pleural mesothelioma. She also talks about how she was exposed to asbestos at a young age and living life to the fullest. -
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Conquering Mesothelioma: The Resilience of D.G. Blackburn
D.G. explains his peritoneal mesothelioma diagnosis, surgery and lifesaving treatment. He also shares how he finds joy in the midst of adversity. -
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Don’t Be Afraid of Aggressive Mesothelioma Treatment
Michael describes how aggressive treatment for mesothelioma can offer hope for survivors. He also explains his personal cancer journey and his mesothelioma treatments. -
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Navigating My Own Path on My Mesothelioma Journey
Tamron explains navigating her own path after being diagnosed with peritoneal mesothelioma in 2007. She explains how she found a specialist and the treatment she was given. -
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Mesothelioma Survivor Reunites With Surgeon for HIPEC Webinar
I hadn’t spoken to Dr. Levine in about 11 years, since the last time I had a follow-up appointment. I moved away and was under the care of another oncologist closer to home. To my surprise, he was excited to hear from me and even more surprised at my progress and life as a mesothelioma survivor. -
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Mesothelioma Survivor Discusses Phantom Emotions and How He Coped
Michael explains phantom emotions and how he dealt with them as a pleural mesothelioma survivor. He describes some of what he calls irrational emotions that experienced during his recovery. -
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Mesothelioma Survivor: Don’t Fall Into the ‘Why Me’ Trap
Michael shares how important it is to not ask the question "why me" after a mesothelioma diagnosis. He describes how having the wrong attitude can cause your body to experience unnecessary stress. -
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A Post-Cancer Letter to Pre-Cancer Tamron
Tamron reveals an encouraging letter she wrote to herself following her diagnosis with peritoneal mesothelioma in 2007. Read some of the messages she wants to share after her surprising cancer diagnosis. Tamron hopes some of the words will touch others on a similar journey.