PMP Pals' Network, the support and resource group for...
Women Diagnosed with Pseudomyxoma Peritonei
Women Diagnosed with Appendix Cancer
PMP Cancer Survivors
Women Affected by Peritoneal Carcinomatosis
Ovarian Cancer Education
HIPEC Support for Women
Join the "Pal Gals!"
Merrily & Mary Anne, cancer free!
Women from around the world and from all walks of life, from young mothers, to traveling retirees, participate in our PMP Pal Resource Groups!
Are you a woman who has been diagnosed with Appendix Cancer, Mesothelioma, Pseudomyxoma Peritonei or another Peritoneal Surface Malignancy?
Do you have questions about preparing for surgery and/or HIPEC, managing your family and household during treatment, returning to the workplace following recuperation, monitoring your health and diet and a wide variety of other topics of interest?
Join the "Pals" connect with women who have overcome Appendix Cancer!
The "Gal Pals" listed below are just a few of our fellow "Pals" from around the world!
We invite you to join the PMP Pals' Network and begin talking with us today!
Angelina Jolie Shares Her Story
Illustration by Loren Capelli, NYT
A Patient's Story by Angelina Jolie and Dr Kristi Funk
Source: Pink Lotus Breast Center 05.15.13
Angelina Jolie and her physician, Dr Funk, explain BRCA and outline the stages of breast cancer detection and treatment.
My Medical Choice, by Angelina Jolie
Source: NYT 5.14.13
Angelina Jolie describes her family history of BRCA 1, her risks for ovarian and breast cancer, and her decision to take specific steps to protect her health.
Source: Pink Lotus Breast Center 05.15.13
Angelina Jolie and her physician, Dr Funk, explain BRCA and outline the stages of breast cancer detection and treatment.
My Medical Choice, by Angelina Jolie
Source: NYT 5.14.13
Angelina Jolie describes her family history of BRCA 1, her risks for ovarian and breast cancer, and her decision to take specific steps to protect her health.
Risk Factors for Breast Cancer
Free Cancer Screening for Women in the USA!
National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program
Source: CDC
Encuentre un proveedor de pruebas de detección cerca de usted
Ofrece de: CDC
En Espanol:
El Programa Nacional de Detección Temprana del Cáncer de Mama y de Cuello Uterino (NBCCEDP) de los CDC, ofrece servicios pruebas de detección y diagnóstico del cáncer de cuello uterino y de mama a las mujeres con bajos ingresos, sin seguro médico o con cobertura insuficiente en Estados Unidos.
Steps Women Can Take to Reduce Breast Cancer Risks
Connie has survived breast cancer and PMP!
Connie welcomes her first grandchild, a beautiful baby boy, into the family!
Connie has recuperated from treatment for Pseudomyxoma Peritonei and for breast cancer and knows the value of celebrating the special milestones of life!
Join the Pals and connect with Connie today!
"Gal Pals" enjoy dinner with Dr Paul Sugarbaker!
"Gal Pals" Candy, Adele, Gabriella and Beverly shared their dinner table with Dr Paul Sugarbaker at the annual international Regional Cancer Therapies Symposium!
Nancy in the USA!
Nancy recently visited Disneyland with her husband!
(Her husband is the fellow on the right!)
Join the Pals and start communicating with Nancy!
Mimi in the USA!
Here's our Pal, Mimi, sharing laughter, love and life with her family!
Join the "Pals" and connect with Mimi today!
Adele in the USA!
Adele's smile is contagious and she is here to share that smile by encouraging you through your appendix cancer treatment!
Marina and Jeannie in the USA!
Fourteen years ago, Pal Jeannie was a patient!
She has been cancer free for 14 years and is shown here, this week, visiting Pal Marina, in the hospital!
Charmaine is an Appendix Cancer Survivor!
Charmaine has been cancer free for more than three years and now serves as a Pal Mentor to other women!
Jan is a Pseudomyxoma Peritonei Survivor in the UK!
Our Pal, Jan, has been cancer free for more than a decade!
Here she is in her beautiful garden!
Merrily, Pseudomyxoma Peritonei Survivor!
Merrily has been disease free for more than a decade following successful CRS and HIPEC for Pseudomyxoma Peritonei treatment!
Join the PMP Pals' Network today and communicate directly with Merrily!
Marilyn in Australia!
Marilyn serves as a "Pal Mentor" to Appendix Cancer patients in Australia and New Zealand!
When not assisting other "Pal" patients, Marilyn teaches art and loves to travel!
Join the PMP Pals' Network today and connect with Marilyn!
Jeanie in Scotland!
Jeanie serves as a Pal Mentor to other appendix cancer "Pals" in the United Kingdom!She is a "Pal patient" and a registered nurse!
Join the PMP Pals' Network and begin communicating with Jeanie
Mary in the USA!
Mary is an award winning photographer and artist and has been cancer free for ten years!
Become a Pal and connect with women who have overcome Appendix Cancer!
Jytte from Denmark is a PMP Cancer Survivor!
Our Pal Jytte, shares this photo from her recent vacation to Spain!
Merrily and Misty, in the USA
Merrily and Misty met through the PMP Pals' Network, when Misty, on the left, sought a Pal Mentor!
As a ten year cancer free survivor, Merrily, on the right, invited Misty to lunch and shared helpful tips for preparing for and recuperating from CRS and HIPEC.
Now they are both disease free and are waiting for you to join the PMP Pals' Network so they can talk with you too!
Gal Pals Had Lunch Last Week!
A few of the Gal Pals gathered for lunch in Monterey last week!
Left to right, Anita, Carole, Gabriella, "Chulita" the Chihuahua, Paula and Diane!
Marilyn in Australia!
Elaine in the USA!
Elaine enjoys horseback riding during her chemotherapy sessions!
Join the Pals and connect with Elaine today!
Misty in the USA, Appendix Cancer Survivor!
Misty has successfully recuperated from CRS and HIPEC!
She makes quilts for other cancer patients in her spare time, and is ready to answer your questions as you prepare for medical treatment!
Become a Pal and connect with women who have overcome Appendix Cancer!
Gabriella in the USA!
Gabriella has been living with Metastatic Mucinous Adenocarcinoma of the Appendix, with Pseudomyxoma Peritonei syndrome, for more than a decade!
She answers calls from the "Pal" members every day!
Pam in the USA, PMP Survivor!
Pam serves as an advocate for other cancer patients!
Join the PMP Pals' Network today and begin communicating with Pam!
Gabriella and Jen in the USA
Gabriella and Jenny met via the PMP Pals' Network more than a decade ago and are available to serve as Pal Mentors to you today!
Join the PMP Pals' Network and begin sharing resources today!
Mary is a Pseudomyxoma Peritonei Survivor!
Our Pal, Mary, has been cancer free for more than five years!
Julie is a Pseudomyxoma Peritonei Survivor!
Julie has been cancer free for more than five years!
Patty in the USA, is a Pal Caregiver!
Family caregivers are vital for the well being of cancer patients!
Join the PMP Pals and connect with caregivers like Patty!
Jen in the USA, PMP Survivor!
Jen serves as a Pal Mentor to other young mothers!
Her children were in elementary school while she recuperated from surgery and completed her chemotherapy regimen.
Become a "PMP Pal" and communicate with Jen via phone or email!
Her children were in elementary school while she recuperated from surgery and completed her chemotherapy regimen.
Become a "PMP Pal" and communicate with Jen via phone or email!
Beverly in the USA!
Beverly looks forward to talking with you when you become "Pal" today!
Marlene in the USA!
Marlene shares her smiles and tips about enjoying good health with other "Pals" around the world!
Join the PMP Pals' Network and begin communicating with Marlene directly!
Ingrid in Sweden, Pseudomyxoma Peritonei Survivor!
Ingrid sends personalized "get well cards" to all "Pals" recuperating in hospitals around the world!
Join the PMP Pals' Network today and communicate directly Ingrid!
Terry from the USA!
Terry enjoys traveling to visit her children and grandchildren, especially following her successful recuperation from CRS and HIPEC!
Join the PMP Pals' Network and begin communicating with Terry!
Mary in the USA!
Mary shares her smiles with Pals around the world!
Charlotte in the USA
Charlotte is one of the founding members of the PMP Pals' Network and sponsors the Senior Pals' Resource Group!
Join the PMP Pals' Network today and communicate directly with Charlotte!
Dee in the USA
Dee loves participating in the Senior Pals' Resource Group!
She is an artist and photographer!
Join the PMP Pals' Network today and communicate with Dee!
She is an artist and photographer!
Join the PMP Pals' Network today and communicate with Dee!
Linda in the USA
Linda serves as a Pal Mentor to other wives whose husbands are preparing for, or recuperating from, Appendix Cancer treatment!
Do you have questions about helping your spouse prepare for surgery?
Join the PMP Pals' Network today and communicate with Linda!
Do you have questions about helping your spouse prepare for surgery?
Join the PMP Pals' Network today and communicate with Linda!
Ginny in the USA
Ginny serves as a Pal Mentor for other wives whose husbands are preparing for, or recuperating from Appendix Cancer therapy and treatment!
Join the PMP Pals' Network today and send your caregiving questions to Ginny!
Betsy in the USA
Betsy serves as a Pal Mentor to other mothers whose adult children have Pseudomyxoma Peritonei! She is also a registered nurse.
Betsy became an active participant in "Parents of Pals" when her adult daughter was diagnosed with Pseudomyxoma Peritonei.
Ten Cancer Symptoms Women Shouldn't Ignore
Recognize the Symptoms of Cervical Cancer
Ovarian Cancer Awareness
Ovarian Cancer Awareness
Learn the warning signs of Gynecological Cancer and see doctor if you have them for two weeks or more
Conozca los signos de los cánceres ginecológicos y consulte a su médico si los tiene por dos semanas o más
Download free brochures about gynecologic health
Obtenga hojas informativas, un folleto, afiches, anuncios de servicio público en inglés y español
Recognize the Ovarian Cancer Symptoms!
Sintomas de cancer ovario
Age, family history, genetics may increase a woman's risk for ovarian cancer.
Edad, antecedentes familiares, aspectos genéticos pueden aumentar el riesgo de una mujer de padecer cáncer de ovario.
Conozca los signos de los cánceres ginecológicos y consulte a su médico si los tiene por dos semanas o más
Download free brochures about gynecologic health
Obtenga hojas informativas, un folleto, afiches, anuncios de servicio público en inglés y español
Recognize the Ovarian Cancer Symptoms!
Sintomas de cancer ovario
Age, family history, genetics may increase a woman's risk for ovarian cancer.
Edad, antecedentes familiares, aspectos genéticos pueden aumentar el riesgo de una mujer de padecer cáncer de ovario.
Can you recognize the symptoms of Ovarian Cancer?
Sintomos de cancer ovario
Flaws in Ovarian Cancer Treatment
Photo courtesy of NYT
Ovarian Cancer Survival Study
University of Arizona Cancer Center Ovarian Cancer Survival Study
Source: University of Arizona 09.18.12
