8 Things to Know About Chemo September 26, 2016September 26, 2016 by Marta Ribeiro In News. 7. Although side effects can be severely unpleasant at the time, patients should focus on the end result. Chemotherapy is designed to kill your cancer cells and make you better. Does chemotherapy work for mesothelioma patients? Print This Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8