
The Mesothelioma Center Blog – Page 100
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Stories from SurvivorsLouise W. has been affected by mesothelioma since the diagnosis of her father. He developed the disease through occupational exposure to asbestos. She came into contact with the deadly mineral…
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Legislation & Litigation
Understanding (and Signing) the Mesothelioma Attorney-Client Agreement
In an earlier post we discussed how communication is vital to the attorney-client relationship. Once you've selected a qualified attorney who communicates clearly with you and makes you feel comfortable,…October 27, 2011 -
Veterans & Military
Veterans Video: Asbestos Lagging Was Normal on U.S. Navy Ships
Here's installment No. 3 of our veterans video series. Today's topic: Ever-sexy (but dangerous) asbestos lagging. Lagging, simply, is an insulating wrap that gets put around pipes, boilers,…Guest AuthorOctober 26, 2011 -
Stories from Survivors
Red Tart Cherries Work Wonders for One Mesothelioma Patient
Wayne N. knows exactly what caused the mesothelioma cancer that pushed him into an earlier-than-planned retirement as a union electrician in Cincinnati, Ohio. He also knows what stopped it from…October 19, 2011 -
Cancer & Caregiving
10 Things You Should Know about Mesothelioma
Knowledge is strength. The more you know about mesothelioma, the better equipped you will be to tackle it, both physically and emotionally. Caused almost exclusively by an exposure to asbestos,…October 18, 2011 -
Legislation & Litigation
9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Opens for Registration
Our nation recently marked the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks by honoring the fallen. We also revisited one of the most recognized images from that day: a toxic dust cloud, one that…October 18, 2011 -
Stories from Survivors
Ray N., A Caregiver’s Perspective | Survivor Insight Series
Ray and Mavis N. have been married since the fourth day of June in 1960. For over 51 years they have shared their lives together. Even when Mavis was diagnosed with mesothelioma, Ray took…October 12, 2011 -
International Impact
Video: Bruce Bradshaw’s Speech
On Saturday October 1st there was "A Walk to Remember the Victims of Asbestos and put an end to Canadian Asbestos Production." During the day, there was one particular speech that hit a chord with us…Guest AuthorOctober 7, 2011 -
Stories from Survivors
Mavis N. | Survivor Insight Series
Ben Leer spoke with Mavis N. for this post contributing to The Mesothelioma Center's Survivor Insight Series. Mavis is a survivor and fighter of pleural mesothelioma. Mavis joins us today to share her…October 5, 2011 -
Cancer & Caregiving
What to Say When Your Friend or Loved One Tells You They Have Cancer
A cancer diagnosis is a life changing experience with many challenges. One of the difficulties with cancer is telling your friends and family. Knowing that you have a support network there to help…October 3, 2011