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Bedtime stories, playing in the park, and loving hugs from parents — these are some of the most cherished memories of childhood for many adults. But for an English woman who recently died from mesothelioma, thought to have been caused by her father’s asbestos-laden hugs when she was a kid, those… Read more
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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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Receiving a mesothelioma diagnosis can turn your entire life upside down. It can be hard to know what to do for the best when you have to make decisions about your future, medical treatments, and finances. However, if you were exposed to asbestos at work, even many decades ago, you could still… 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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Mesothelioma symptoms vary depending on the type of mesothelioma an individual is suffering from. The most common types of mesothelioma are pleural mesothelioma, which affects the lung lining, and peritoneal mesothelioma, which targets the abdominal lining.
Some of the most common symptoms of… 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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Mesothelioma is a devastating disease that affects an entire family, not just the victim. If you or someone you love is diagnosed with mesothelioma, seeking legal help may be the last thing on your mind. While there is no cure for this terrible illness, you may be entitled to compensation to… Read more
