Dust Disease Diaries: Real lives, real stories of asbestos & beyond7 Marras 2023

Dealing with a Cancer Diagnosis: Sandie’s Mesothelioma Journey

Welcome to the launch episode of our podcast series that dives into the emotional and challenging experiences of individuals facing asbestos and dust-related diseases, as well as those that treat and care for them. Today, we share the compelling journey of Sandie Foreman, who found herself facing an unexpected battle with cancer.

In 2016, Sandie visited her G.P. for what seemed like a minor discomfort. Little did she know that this would be the moment her life would take an unforeseen turn. A shocking diagnosis of mesothelioma—an aggressive malignant cancer caused by exposure to asbestos—with a mere 18 months to live.

However, Sandie's story is one of resilience, strength, and the power of choice. Confronted with the dire prognosis, she made the decision to undergo radical and highly invasive surgery.

In this episode, we delve into the experiences of someone navigating a terrible diagnosis. How do you begin to deal with the process? How do you navigate the complex medical system and all the decisions that need to be made? How do you find hope? Sandie's story provides insight into these questions, offering hope to others who may find themselves in similar circumstances.

To find out more about the Asbestos and Dust Diseases Research Institute (ADDRI) and to access support, please head to https://adri.org.au/

A clinical overview of the treatment for mesothelioma is available here

https://adri.org.au/whocc/etoolkit-2021/treatment-of-mesothelioma/

Thank you to our Podcast Interviewer and host James O’Loghlin and Producer Rod Morri from Sydney Podcast Studios https://sydneypodcaststudios.com.au

If you have any questions or comments, please email info@adri.org.au

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