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Risk factors increase the chances someone could contract an illness — every disease has them. Sometimes, you can alter risk factors. For example, a smoker may quit smoking to lower their risk of getting a certain form of cancer. Other times, risk factors are out of your control, such as your age… Read more
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A mesothelioma diagnosis is devastating. Although only 2,000 to 3,000 people are diagnosed with this rare form of cancer each year, mesothelioma is always fatal. That said, there are treatment options, and other, non-medical steps that a mesothelioma patient can take in order to enjoy a higher… Read more
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Mesothelioma, a rare but aggressive form of cancer, is primarily caused by exposure to asbestos. Historically, asbestos exposure has been associated with industries such as construction, shipbuilding, and manufacturing, where men were the majority of the workforce. However, an alarming and… Read more
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Mesothelioma: Questions & AnswersAt Morgan & Morgan, we understand that following a mesothelioma diagnosis, you and your family may have many questions about the diagnosis, prognosis and legal options that may be available to you. We’ve compiled this free article to address some of these… Read more
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Between 1999 and 2015, there were more than 54,000 documented cases of mesothelioma in the United States. While mesothelioma cancer is rare in relation to many other types of cancer, it has very real consequences for Americans in all walks of life. In fact, many people wonder if they’re part of an… Read more
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When a person inhales airborne asbestos fibers, they can become lodged in the lining of the lungs and cause inflammation. Over time, the damage can lead to mesothelioma.According to data compiled by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), more than 1 million workers in… Read more
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Unfortunately, there is no cure for mesothelioma — but there are ways to improve your prognosis through treatment. The asbestos attorneys at Morgan & Morgan are passionate about fighting for the financial future of mesothelioma victims and their families, and connecting them… Read more
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Receiving a stage 3 mesothelioma diagnosis is devastating. By this point, the tumor has spread into the lymph nodes, tissues, or organs surrounding the original site of the cancer. People’s prognoses will vary, but generally, it’s not positive; life expectancies are on the short side.… Read more
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The stage of mesothelioma cancer describes how far the tumor has spread from where it first appeared. Mesothelioma advances more the farther the tumor spreads. The primary difference between stage 1 and 2 is that cancer cells have started to spread into the lymph nodes surrounding the… Read more
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Mesothelioma is a rare and deadly cancer caused by exposure to asbestos - a toxic mineral that was used in many products and building materials in the 20th century. Many companies knew the health risks of asbestos exposure as early as the 1930s but failed to warn the public. Because of this,… Read more
