“Asbestos Has Changed My Life” – Michael’s Story
Posted in February 2013We have been touched by asbestos in individual ways, yet we are joined together by a bond of community. As a testament to the strength of our global family, the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) is highlighting the courageous stories of our members with the “Share Your Story” feature on our website.
This week, we would like to honor the story of Michael, who is a part of our ADAO family.
We encourage you to submit your personal stories by clicking here and following the simple instructions on the page. In sharing, comes healing. Remember, you are not alone.
“Asbestos Has Changed My Life” – Michael’s Story
Name: Michael
Date of Birth: 07-AUG-1984
Date of Diagnosis: 14-FEB-2012
Treatment: Surgery 2 times, chemo, clinical trials
State: GA
How has asbestos changed your life? Asbestos is evil. I live in pain. I go through treatments that make me feel incredibly bad. I have to watch what I eat or I’ll get sick. I wear a colostomy bag. I’ve lost 150 lbs. And worst of all; I have cancer. I have one more option (medically) left to fight this cancer and that is clinical trials. These trials are 14 hours away. Asbestos has done more than change my life both mentally and physically.
The above is Michael's story, one that should never be happening. He did not cause his cancer! Michael is an innocent victim of the greed of asbestos! He is fighting for his life! He truly is a brave person to share his story to warn others of the deadly dangers of asbestos!
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Hello Lou,
ReplyDeleteI think this is a wonderful idea. So inspirational as always
Love and hugs
Robyn xox
Hugs Rob x
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