Mesothelioma Help Cancer News
With the pandemic of the past year, we have all experienced changes and obstacles in everyday life as well as trying to stay healthy among stress that none of us has ever been through before. For the mesothelioma patient, there are no more important people before the pandemic and during the pandemic than their wives, husbands, partners, family members, significant others, friends, whoever is their primary support person. The people in their lives that step up when they are needed. These [...]
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As science progresses and we attempt to move the physical treatment of Malignant Mesothelioma forward, we have learned that the mental aspects must be addressed as well. We have also learned that this illness affects patients, caregivers, friends and loved ones. Many people experience anxiety, depression and a host of emotions that they may not be able to identify. The Mesothelioma community has provided support groups for patients and caregivers. We have identified that depression has [...]
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We would like to recognize two women in the mesothelioma community that have had a pivotal role in advancing the treatment for patients with malignant mesothelioma. We are witnessing history in the making as we recognize their accomplishments. Decades from now, future generations will be studying their lives’ work and accomplishments. Dr. Andrea Wolf is an accomplished surgeon and researcher. Dr. Wolf is the director of the Women’s Lung Cancer Center at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. [...]
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For many the COVID-19 vaccine is a beacon of hope after a challenging time. Many people are anxious to get the COVID-19 vaccine or are seriously considering receiving it. The question becomes more complex if you have mesothelioma or any other type of cancer. The decision to have the vaccine is a personal decision for many. If you are a patient with a diagnosis of malignant mesothelioma, it is a decision that should be discussed with your medical team. The vaccine produces an immune reaction [...]
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The past year has shown us all that it is very difficult to not get anxious about things that are out of our control. Mental health is a vital part of our overall well being. Staying in the moment after being diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma is very difficult. Currently, malignant mesothelioma is a rare, incurable illness. These facts can leave you with a host of emotions not knowing which direction to turn. If you or someone you love is brave enough to research the illness, this can [...]
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