All posts by Simmons Hanly Conroy
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 29, 2008
10 Must-Know Tips for Mesothelioma Caregivers
Caregivers of mesothelioma patients are remarkable people. They are truly unsung heroes. Navigating the medical world of a mesothelioma diagnosis is a complex, overwhelming task, yet it is a job too many unsuspecting individuals… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 28, 2008
Minnesota Mother and Mesothelioma Victim Shares Story of Hope
A Minnesota mesothelioma patient is claiming she is cured, according to an article in the Minnesota Star Tribune. Heather Von St. James, of Roseville, MN, was diagnosed with mesothelioma two-and-a-half years ago,… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 25, 2008
What Causes Mesothelioma?
Exposure to asbestos is considered to be the primary cause of mesothelioma, but the how and why can be baffling. Asbestos is a natural mineral. It is in the air we breathe… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 21, 2008
Mesothelioma and Radiation Therapy
Radiation therapy is a mesothelioma treatment option that involves using neutrons, x-rays, or gamma rays to attack tumors. If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, your treatment options may include one of these types… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 18, 2008
Mesothelioma Tests and Early Detection
Mesothelioma has symptoms which can also be found in a variety of other ailments. While you may need the services of a mesothelioma doctor once diagnosis is confirmed, your family doctor may… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 14, 2008
What is the pleura, and How Is it Related to Mesothelioima?
The word “pleura” is about as foreign and strange as the word “mesothelioma.” It almost sounds like something out of a science fiction movie. According to 100 Questions & Answers About Mesothelioma,… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 11, 2008
Finding a Mesothelioma Specialist and Asking the Right Questions
If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, finding the right doctor and being actively involved in your treatment are two of the best steps you can take. Mesothelioma doctors are the best physicians… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 7, 2008
Are There Different Types of Mesothelioma?
According to 100 Questions & Answers About Mesothelioma, there are three main types of mesothelioma: epithelioid mesothelioma, sarcomatoid mesothelioma, and mixed (also called “biphasic”) mesothelioma. Generally, when I speak with someone who… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 7, 2008
Can Mesothelioma Be Prevented?
According to 100 Questions and Answers About Mesothelioma, the best way to prevent mesothelioma is to decrease one’s exposure to asbestos in the workplace, at home, and in the environment. Regulating the necessary safety… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 3, 2008
What Are the Risk Factors, or Who Gets Mesothelioma?
People that have been diagnosed with mesothelioma have, at some point in their lives, worked on jobs or been in an environment where they were exposed to asbestos fibers. Factory workers. Ship… Read More
