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A mesothelioma diagnosis is overwhelming, not just for an affected patient, but also for their entire family. For parents, one of the most pressing concerns is protecting their children—both emotionally and financially—while navigating this challenging journey. ...
Mesothelioma is a serious and aggressive cancer that affects the protective organ linings, most commonly the lungs and chest cavity. For many patients diagnosed with mesothelioma, surgery represents a crucial treatment option to remove cancerous tissue and potentially...
Asbestos is a naturally-occurring mineral substance. Businesses have used asbestos for decades as a flame retardant and a form of insulation. However, simply being natural does not necessarily make asbestos safe. It is also a known human carcinogen. There are now...
Mesothelioma is a disease caused by asbestos exposure. It is a type of cancer that typically develops in the abdomen or chest cavity, near the lungs. It is known for being aggressive, having a high fatality rate and having a long latency period. But what if you were...
Mesothelioma can be a devastating form of cancer. It has a relatively low five-year survival rate after diagnosis and is very difficult to treat. Most treatments only help extend the life of the patient, rather than eliminating the cancer and helping them achieve...
Mesothelioma is an aggressive cancer that requires an equally aggressive treatment plan. With that in mind, a mesothelioma claim is often necessary to provide victims with the finances they need to combat the disease. Mesothelioma claims require evidence of exposure...
Asbestos is always dangerous. There’s a reason why it has been essentially banned in the United States. When you buy building materials today, they can’t contain asbestos because the health concerns have become clear. It can lead to a host of serious diseases,...
You may be quick to dismiss media coverage of mesothelioma if you’ve never had any prolonged exposure to asbestos. After all, it seems you don’t hear about one without hearing about the other. This is a dangerous misconception because you may be missing symptoms...
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer often caused by exposure to asbestos. It usually occurs in the chest or in the abdomen. It can have different symptoms depending on the location. Trouble breathing is common with mesothelioma near the lungs, while swelling and stomach...
People who are exposed to asbestos may be concerned about developing pleural mesothelioma, which affect the lungs. They may not realize that’s not the only type of mesothelioma that can occur because of asbestos exposure. Peritoneal mesothelioma is another type, but...