Mesothelioma Awareness Day approaches once again. It’s on September 26 and comes as always with opportunities for mesothelioma-related activities and advocacy. But what if you’re not feeling up to running in a race or attending a conference? Or you prefer privacy to calling the media or your congressional representatives? No worries. You are coping with mesothelioma. Taking care of yourself right now is your top priority. Do only what you can and what feels right for you. There are many things you can do to acknowledge Mesothelioma Awareness Day in a personal way if you want to do so. 10 … [Read more...]
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What To Do After You’ve Received a Malignant Mesothelioma Diagnosis
You’ve received a malignant mesothelioma diagnosis. Now what do you do? First, let us at Mesothelioma Circle tell you how very sorry we are. Learning that you have malignant mesothelioma can come as a shock. How did you react? You may have felt numb, frightened, or angry. You may not have believed what the doctor was saying. You may have felt all alone, even if your friends and family were in the same room with you. These feelings are all normal, according to the National Cancer Institute. (NCI) For many people, the first few weeks after a malignant mesothelioma diagnosis are very hard. … [Read more...]
Mesothelioma Caregiver, Don’t Forget to Care For You, Too
As a mesothelioma caregiver, it is easy to forget to take care of yourself. Your loved one is ill and your time with them is limited. But as rewarding and important as the role of mesothelioma caregiver can be, is also tough and in many ways relentless. And often physically and emotionally draining. Know that you are not alone. According to a recent article in USA Weekend, more than 65 million Americans are serving as caregivers for loved ones by: Preparing meals Taking over household duties Managing doctor appointments and medications Providing full-time assistance in many … [Read more...]