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Patient Resource Mesothelioma Hotline Launched

...Austin, TX (PRWEB) April 26, 2007 - The law firm of Hissey Kientz has announced the launch of its new website, The website is a resource for information about asbestos and The use of asbestos in building materials and other products has been restricted in the United States since the 1970s.

But because it can take as long as 50 years after asbestos exposure for a person to develop For people who may have been exposed to asbestos, The website also explains how a To keep patients informed of the latest advances in

Affected by asbestos? Come and get advice

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‘I’m living with cancer, not dying from it’

...“The prognosis is generally between six months and four years after you are diagnosed.”Giving Mr Medina hope, however, is the more encouraging stories of survival.“Some people are alive after six or seven years,” he said.“There is one case of a bloke who has lived for over 13 years.”Mr Medina has spoken to that man and is following a similar diet and lifestyle in an attempt to live as long as possible.“It’s a rollercoaster of emotions when you are first diagnosed.

It’s been pretty hard for all of us,” he said.“You have to learn to accept that we are all mortal and we need to appreciate every day as a gift – that’s why they call it the present.”The Chilean-born soccer-loving man took up a role as a junior coach at Endeavour United Soccer Club late last year and hopes to continue to live life to the fullest while he battles the cancer.“I feel strong – I feel very well,” Mr Medina said.“It may be the adrenalin from all the support I am receiving from the community.“It’s emotional support as well as all the practical support.

They sort of spur you on and give you hope.”Mr Medina said a recent union gathering and fundraiser had attracted more than 1000 people.And support continues to come from Endeavour Hills residents and the wider Casey community.“I think of myself as living with it rather t...

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