The Mesothelioma Center Blog – Page 46
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Stories from SurvivorsLike so many other veterans, Jim A. doesn’t blame the United States Military for the asbestos exposure that led to the mesothelioma cancer that…
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Occupational Asbestos Exposure
Mesothelioma Survivor Teaches Others by Example
Ward explains his surgery and treatments after being diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma in 2012. He shares why he believes his healthy lifestyle leading up to his diagnosis has helped him withstand the challenges of mesothelioma. -
Early-Stage Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma Survivor and Single Mom Uses Faith and Fitness to Persevere
Michelle wanted something special to commemorate her 10-year milestone as a mesothelioma survivor. She had an artist tattoo “FAITH” on her left wrist, where she could see it anytime she needed help. “I do believe everything happens for a reason, and I have faith that God has a plan for me." -
Legislation & Litigation
Why Isn’t Asbestos Banned in the United States?
Did you raise your eyebrows when you heard asbestos is not banned in the United States? For many, the news comes as a… -
Occupational Asbestos Exposure
A Daughter’s Challenge Gave Mesothelioma Survivor Another 10 Years
Tim originally decided against surgery and chemotherapy when he was diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma in 2002, but his daughter convinced him otherwise. He underwent an extrapleural pneumonectomy at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He was among America’s longest-living male pleural mesothelioma survivors. Tim died in December 2023. -
Pleural Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma Survivor Determined and Defiant in His Fight
The self-portrait of Jacob H. speaks volumes about his attitude toward the diagnosis of peritoneal mesothelioma he received in 2010. Jacob titled it… -
Cancer & Caregiving
Survivor Insight Series | Suzanne P.
Suzanne, or as she prefers “Sue”, joined our mesothelioma community by way of Facebook. Through our interactions with her on the social media… -
Cancer & Caregiving
Survivor Insight Series | Suzy F.
How old were you when you first heard about mesothelioma? For some it could be in our adulthood, but some learn about it at… -
Stories from Survivors
Survivor Insight Series: Julie K. Thrives after Early Mesothelioma Diagnosis
Julie K. still remembers the conversation vividly. She sat on the side of the bed and worried that her diagnosis of mesothelioma didn’t… -
Early-Stage Mesothelioma
Survivor Insight Series | Mesothelioma Survivor Carving Memories 12 Years Later
Tammy F. never was afraid of dying. She was afraid of leaving her young children without enough good memories of their mother. Shortly after…