About a week ago I received an email from a young woman named Heather Von St. James, asking me to post some information to bring awareness about lung disorders and diseases for Lung Cancer Awareness month. Since I’m a former smoker who still lives in fear of developing lung cancer…of course I said yes.
And since I’m me…I’m a little late. Sorry Heather.
Heather says that it was in the month of November that she was diagnosed with mesothelioma which is a rare cancer that impacts approximately 3,000 people per year. You can read her story here http://www.mesothelioma.com/heather. Inspiring is an understatement. Give it a read and watch her video. I dare you not to be affected.
She’s an awesome lady…and not just because she has short, rock star hair and ink. But for me, that certainly helps. (Just kidding!!!! Maybe.)
She sent me the following links to help educate me (and you) on the causes, symptoms and treatment for this rare form of lung cancer. Her goal is to raise awareness about all lung diseases including mesothelioma which, in spite of annoying attorney commercials, doesn’t get enough real, life changing, funds raising attention in the U.S.
For more information on mesothelioma you can go to http://www.mesothelioma.com/mesothelioma.
Thank you Heather for reaching out and for all you do to make people aware of this horrible disease. I hope I’ve helped in some small way.
Namaste
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