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K-25 Survivor Stories
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"I would certainly encourage everyone to take advantage of this medical screening program. My beryllium sensitivity was diagnosed and I have qualified for free Federal medical monitoring. I appreciate the opportunity to be a part of this program."
Edgar Graham
K25 GDP |
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“Without the
Worker Health Protection Program, my lung cancer would
not have been found until it was too far advanced. A
lung specialist had assured me that I did not have a problem. Then
I went through the lung cancer screening where the CT scan
revealed a lung nodule that turned out to be an early lung
cancer. No doubt about it, if it hadn't been for the screening
program, I wouldn't be here now!”
Christopher
H. Brown
K25 GDP, Maintenance
Mechanic, 1970–2000 |
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“I had my WHPP
physical exam in April 2003 but nothing showed on
the x-ray. Then I went to the mobile unit for my
first CT in July 2004. I needed a follow-up scan which
was done 3-4 weeks later. After this scan, I received
a call from Queen's College advising me to see a lung
specialist. A PET scan confirmed that there was a carcinogenic
nodule in my left lung, hidden behind my heart. It was successfully
surgically removed and followed-up with chemo-therapy.
If it hadn't been for the CT scan, my cancer would not
have been discovered until it was too late. By the time I
had developed symptoms, it would have spread
throughout my body. I am deeply appreciative of the entire
WHPP staff for saving my life."
Arthur
G. Hensley
K25 GDP, Chemical
Operator, 1953–1958 |
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"I am very grateful for the professional service provided to me, starting with the beryllium sensitivity testing and continuing over a period of time to include my diagnosis of chronic beryllium disease. The dedication of the WHPP program staff at Oak Ridge is unsurpassed."
James Hackworth
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“During my WHPP
physical exam at Park Med Ambulatory Care Clinic
in Oak Ridge, the doctor thought he detected an
abdominal aorta aneurysm and recommended that I get it
checked. Follow-up test showed I did have an aneurysm
and surgery probably saved my life. I was a walking
time bomb. I strongly recommend that anyone take
advantage of this program!"
David B. Gilliland
K25 GDP, Security Classification Specialist, 1973–1998 |
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“I am a bone
cancer survivor. Even though my bone cancer was not diagnosed
through the WHPP program, I went to the WHPP Oak
Ridge Ground Team for help with my compensation case. I’d
prefer not to have the cancer; but, since I have it,
I really appreciate the WHPP local coordinators help
with getting the compensation I have received.”
Charles
B. Henegar
K25 GDP, Maintenance
Mechanic, 1951–1961, 1976-1989 |
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