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Ian Terry finds that a timely settlement of his civil claim gives him new treatment options
Tuesday the 24th of September was a very significant day for me. Over many months my legal team had pressed the defendants in my case for a settlement. On the 24th of September they finally made an offer at the eleventh hour. The most important outcome was that I received a guarantee of unlimited cover…
Read MoreSophie Phillips has retired from MesoUK
Sophie Phillips has retired after almost five years as Mesothelioma UK’s nurse specialist for the West Midlands. Members of our Mesothelioma Support Group said an emotional farewell to her at their September meeting. She not only helped to organise and run the group but also acted as a specialist point of contact for mesothelioma patients…
Read MoreThe benefits of hospice care are not just for the end of life
When we hear the word ‘hospice’ it can conjure up difficult feelings and thoughts about death. The very mention of the word can be upsetting. People often think of hospices as the end of the road. But hospices are not necessarily what we imagine. A hospice provides a type of care. It’s not just a…
Read MoreLooking out for the symptoms of mesothelioma
My name is Emily-Jane Scandrett. I’d like to raise more awareness about the symptoms people experience leading up to their diagnosis. Not just awareness for the general public but for health care professionals too… as my diagnosis took a horrid 17 months! What to look out for Below are the symptoms listed on the MesotheliomaUK…
Read More10 ways to help you relax when you have an asbestos related disease
Living with an asbestos related disease is stressful at the best of times. Relaxing activities can help us feel better physically, mentally and spiritually. In a new article Nurse Dana Nolan reminds us that they can also help us to improve our immune function and reduce inflammation and digestive problems [1]. The key to finding…
Read MoreWatch Dr Xand Talking to People About Mesothelioma
People living with mesothelioma report that this is an excellent programme from the BBC. It features Liz Darleston, the CEO of Mesothelioma UK, as well as two patients who talk about their condition. They explain how they were exposed to asbestos. Something to share with your friends. The link is here.
Read MoreSurviving with Mesothelioma
A new study published this month in the Journal of Surgical Oncology looked at survival rates for people with malignant pleural mesothelioma. It is important to note that the study covers the period from 1992 to 2015, before treatment with immunotherapy started to become available. It also looked at patients in the US, whose access…
Read MoreIntroducing “Your Health Companion”
Catherine Fensom, Integration Director, Your Health Companion My name is Catherine Fensom. I am a senior oncology nurse, with a wealth of experience delivering first-class cancer services. Having qualified as a nurse in 1997, I have held several different oncology roles working for both East Cheshire NHS Trust and The Christie Foundation NHS Trust. Through…
Read MoreNew Carers and Friends’ Support Group
We are pleased to announce our new Mesothelioma Support Group for Carers, relatives and friends. This will start on Monday 23 January. It will meet from 11 – 12.30 in Birmingham. Previously we have run some on-line support but this is our first venture into face-to-face meetings. Please note, the new group is ONLY for carers,/relatives…
Read MoreMesothelioma Support Group January 2023
The Central England Mesothelioma Support Group, which we run jointly with Mesothelioma UK, will meet next on Monday 9 January 2023 from 11 – 12.30. If you are a patient or carer you can join us face to face at the fabulously warm offices of Irwin Mitchell. You can also join us virtually via Microsoft…
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