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What to Look for in a Top Mesothelioma Doctor in the U.S. (2024)

A diagnosis of mesothelioma is life-altering. One of the many important steps after a diagnosis is to find one or more medical professionals to determine the right treatment for your specific type of mesothelioma and help you make an informed…

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Mesothelioma Risk Factors – What You Need to Know 2024

Mesothelioma is a serious and rare cancer. While most people may not come into contact with mesothelioma risk factors daily, some people do not have that luxury. If you inhale asbestos fibers, they can stay in your body for years…

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2024 How to Find the Best Mesothelioma Lawyer in North Carolina?

North Carolina employees and residents may have faced asbestos exposure from employment, military service, or living near these activities. The state also has several natural asbestos deposits. Because of this, many people throughout the state have an increased risk of…

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Filing a Workers’ Compensation Claim for Mesothelioma in 2024

If a medical professional diagnosed you with mesothelioma and you believe that your workplace is the cause of your condition, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation. Mesothelioma is a severe, aggressive cancer that is usually caused by asbestos exposure.…

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Epithelial Mesothelioma – All You Need to Know (2024)

Mesothelioma can be categorized by the location of the tumor, the cell type, and the stage of the cancer growth. Each of these factors impacts how the cancer is treated and what options are available for a patient. Epithelial mesothelioma…

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Mesothelioma VA Benefits – Veterans Benefits for Military Asbestos Exposure (2024)

Veterans who served in the United States military may be at a higher risk of developing mesothelioma than other people. While the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) does recognize the effects of asbestos exposure, it may be unclear to veterans…

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Mesothelioma in the United States: Top 10 States for Asbestos Exposure (2024)

Mesothelioma is a very rare cancer, but it and other diseases caused by asbestos exposure are often the result of negligence by manufacturers, employers, and other parties. These companies knew the dangers of asbestos exposure, yet they prioritized profit over…

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Mesothelioma Clinical Trials [2024 Updated]

Researchers are constantly seeking improved treatments for mesothelioma and other cancers. Mesothelioma clinical trials are one way that scientists are trying to find new methods of helping patients. If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, it…

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Mesothelioma Misdiagnosis: Diseases Mistaken for Mesothelioma (2024)

Mesothelioma is among the rarest diseases. Many people who are exposed to asbestos, the leading cause of mesothelioma, do not develop this cancer. Due to its rarity and non-specific symptoms, mesothelioma misdiagnosis occurs often. There are diseases mistaken for mesothelioma…

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Malignant Mesothelioma Symptoms & Treatment [2024 Updated]

Mesothelioma develops in the lining of organs, including the lungs, abdominal organs, heart, and testicles. Malignant mesothelioma means that the tumor is cancerous, and this is typical of most diagnoses. It is an aggressive cancer with an unfortunately low life…

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