We know that mesothelioma patients would rather stay local when receiving treatment,rnso we will review options for private medical centers, surgical consultants, clinical trials,rnand match you up with friendly, local physicians wherever we can.
3. Did you know?
Mesothelioma is an aggressive asbestos-caused cancer that strikes over 3,000 Americans each year.
Asbestos is a known human carcinogen with no safe level of exposure.
The time between exposure to asbestos and the onset of disease is from 15 to 60 years.
The expected survival of people diagnosed with mesothelioma varies from six to 24 months.
There is no cure for mesothelioma.
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Lisa Hyde-Barrett
Lisa Hyde-Barrett has been a thoracic surgery nurse for nearly 25 years, and has the skill and
knowledge to care for and support mesothelioma patients. Through her work, she has helped
ease the stress of patients and their families by offering a comforting hand. She is passionate
about helping the mesothelioma community.
Eleanor B. Ericson
Ellie is a graduate of the Mt. Auburn Hospital School of Nursing and Worcester State College
and has worked in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit at Brigham and Women’s Hospital for more
than 30 years. For more information about Lisa’s and Ellie’s work, please visit
www.themesonurse.com.
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4. Charlene Haouiliya
Charlene H. as she is known by her friends and colleagues is an
experienced mesothelioma social worker. She has worked with
mesothelioma patients and families for over 10 years.
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5. Mesothelioma is an aggressive asbestos-caused cancer that strikes over 3,000 Americans each year. Asbestos is a known human
carcinogen with no safe level of exposure. The time between exposure to asbestos and the onset of disease is from 15 to 60
years. The expected survival of people diagnosed with mesothelioma varies from six to 24 months. There is no cure for
mesothelioma.
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Stritch School of Medicine in Chicago. He is the co-director of the Lung Cancer Program and the
director of the IMMP (International Midwest Mesothelioma Program), Cardinal Bernadin Cancer
Center.
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