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CURE’s mesothelioma page is a go-to resource for oncology news and updates in the world of mesothelioma Here, readers will find cancer articles, videos, podcasts, and more with expert insight to the latest treatments and research in mesothelioma.

The Unseen Challenges of Survivorship

October 26th 2023, 5:00pm

Article

I had the wrong interpretation of what a cancer survivor was. That was until I was diagnosed with a rare cancer and shockingly, the term “cancer survivor” became a part of my journey.

Rediscovering Myself After Cancer

September 8th 2023, 5:00pm

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After getting over the shock of being diagnosed with a rare cancer, I could only think about returning to my “normal” self, but I later discovered that the normal I was trying to return to would change.

Maintaining Friendships During Cancer

August 7th 2023, 5:00pm

Article

I’ve heard of many stories of friendships dwindling after someone has been diagnosed with cancer. One thing about it is that I can relate.

Make a List and Check It Twice Before an Oncology Appointment

May 20th 2023, 6:00pm

Article

After being diagnosed with a rare form of cancer — and seeing a clinician who did not know how to treat me — I learned the importance of asking questions to my providers and advocating for myself

Journaling Helped Me Through Cancer

May 4th 2023, 5:00pm

Article

Many thoughts went through my mind during cancer, and journaling allowed me to organize them and helped me to feel better.

5 Reasons Why I Accepted Help During Cancer

April 13th 2023, 5:00pm

Article

After being diagnosed with mesothelioma and undergoing a long surgery, I wanted to do it all, but I just couldn’t. Family and friends stepped in to help.

Avoiding Unavoidable Carcinogens

January 4th 2023, 4:00pm

Article

We need to learn more about how to potentially lessen toxins' effects on people's lives.

Immunotherapy Before Surgery May Improve Outcomes for Mesothelioma

December 24th 2022, 2:00pm

Article

Imfinzi alone or combined with Imjudo may improve survival and tumor response when administered before surgery, opening the door to neoadjuvant mesothelioma treatments.

5 Things I Learned Going From Patient to Cancer Caregiver

December 7th 2022, 6:00pm

Article

Years after I went through mesothelioma, my husband was diagnosed with cancer, causing a reversal in the patient-caregiver roles.

From a 15-Month Prognosis to 17 Years of Survivorship: Heather Von St. James' Mesothelioma Story

November 17th 2022, 8:00pm

Podcast

A 17-year survivor shares her experience of getting diagnosed with mesothelioma at 36, when people with this cancer are typically diagnosed at a much older age and given months to live.