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Advocacy December 30, 2011 Emily Clemens
Advocate of the Month – December 2011

Advocate of the Month – December 2011

Noora Besharat shares the story of her mother’s battle with breast cancer and how this experience has inspired her to be a participant in cancer awareness.

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Advocacy December 7, 2011 Lauren Serafin
What We Live For: A Caregiver’s Message For The Holiday Season

What We Live For: A Caregiver’s Message For The Holiday Season

A guest post from Rob Harris. Rob's wife is a two-time cancer survivor.

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Survivors December 1, 2011 Heather Von St. James
I Have Cancer? Part 5: A Bittersweet Christmas

I Have Cancer? Part 5: A Bittersweet Christmas

Mesothelioma survivor Heather recalls Lily's first Christmas. She and her husband had to leave Lily behind as they traveled for mesothelioma surgery.

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Survivors November 23, 2011 Heather Von St. James
A Glass Half Full – A Message at Thanksgiving

A Glass Half Full – A Message at Thanksgiving

Long-term mesothelioma cancer survivor Heather Von St. James discusses the role of optimism in her quest for survival following her mesothelioma diagnosis.

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Treatment November 22, 2011 Lauren Serafin
Thoracic Oncology Spotlight: Dr. David Sugarbaker

Thoracic Oncology Spotlight: Dr. David Sugarbaker

Thoracic oncologist Dr. David Sugarbaker's work is focused on developing innovative surgical techniques for patients with mesothelioma & other lung cancers.

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Legal November 18, 2011 Jennifer Lucarelli
Consider Worker’s Compensation

Consider Worker’s Compensation

Individuals who have been diagnosed with asbestosis, lung cancer or mesothelioma may be eligible to file a worker’s compensation claim.

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Treatment November 4, 2011 Lauren Serafin
Thoracic Oncology Spotlight: Doctor Valerie Rusch

Thoracic Oncology Spotlight: Doctor Valerie Rusch

Dr. Valerie Rusch has been a thoracic surgeon for more than 25 years and has done extensive research. Find out about her impact on care for cancer patients.

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Treatment November 3, 2011 Lauren Serafin
Thoracic Oncology Spotlight: Dr. Joseph Friedberg

Thoracic Oncology Spotlight: Dr. Joseph Friedberg

Thoracic oncologist Dr. Joseph Friedberg provides insight on his efforts to improve the prognosis of those individuals with lung cancer.

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