Each year, on the last Monday of May, we celebrate Memorial Day. Originally known as Decoration Day, Memorial Day is a federal holiday for mourning those who died while serving in the U.S. armed forces. Many people visit cemeteries and…
Strategies for Patients and Families A Mesothelioma diagnosis can be a devastating experience for both patients and their families. In addition to the physical symptoms of the disease, mesothelioma can also take a heavy emotional toll. Coping with the emotional…
Mesothelioma Symptoms: An Overview Mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer, develops primarily as a result of exposure to asbestos fibers. This cancer typically affects the mesothelial cells lining the lungs, abdomen, or heart. The latency period between asbestos…
March is dedicated to celebrating Women’s History. Throughout March, we celebrate the contributions women have made to history and society. National Women’s Month is celebrated in the United States, the United Nations, and Australia and corresponds with International Women’s Day…
Rare Disease Day is observed every year on February 28 (or 29 in leap years) — the rarest day of the year. Rare Disease Day provides an opportunity to recognize individuals who live with rare diseases, work towards equity in…
February 9th is a day that celebrates a food favorite that spans generations and cultures – pizza! Flatbreads with toppings have been enjoyed as far back as the ancient Egyptians, but early pizza as we know it traces its roots…
For the entire month of February, the United States observes Black History Month, also known as African-American History Month. Throughout the month, we remember important people and events relating to the history of the African diaspora. Black History Month has…
There are a number of different Holocaust Memorial Days to remember the victims of the Holocaust. One of these days is January 27th, which is recognized as International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The holiday is meant to commemorate victims of the…
