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Thanks to all our visitors who have provided links and support for these pages. Thank you. 

Additional associations have asked us to be included in these pages. Although these may not be specifically related to cancer, they frequently are serious diseases, require navigating complex systems, and decisions. Some are even proactive choices.

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Mesothelioma
Cancer is a very expensive illness. For people without insurance, the direct medical costs can be a serious obstacle to obtaining care. But even for those with insurance, most are unprepared for the out-of-pocket expense of their cancer treatment.
Start early: Managing the Cost of Cancer  
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Mesothelioma is a cancer which attacks the lining of the lungs, abdomen or heart. If you or a loved one is a mesothelioma patient, you may be elligible for funding through the Mesothelioma Trust. Learn more  here: Mesothelioma Trust Funds.

Prognosis typically depends on the type of mesothelioma and the stage at which the cancer is detected. Here are valuable links, if you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma.

Learn More Here: http://www.asbestos.com/ 
Or Here: http://www.mesotheliomagroup.com/

A cancer survivor, KK, shared her wonderful narrative. And told how the patient advocates at Mesothelioma Lawyer Center really supported her and the family. These stories are so important to hear, and learn of someone being cancer free and able to move on. Thank you, KK for sharing your success.

Oral / Mouth Cancer

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Disabilities - Remodel
Special Needs
Grant Info
Oral cancer, also referred to as mouth cancer, begins with the development of abnormal cancer cells. Over time, it results in the growth of mouth sores that do not disappear on their own. If you do not receive treatment early, the disease can be deadly.
Learn More Here: https://www.newmouth.com/oral-health/conditions-diseases/oral-cancer/


Home Remodeling for People with Disabilities: What You Need to Know / Good info for Veterans, as well as those living with long-term illness.
Learn More Here: http://www.expertise.com/home-and-garden/home-remodeling-for-disability-and-special-needs

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Here's another recommended resource and we are impressed with the comprehensive information: U.S. Insurance Agents guidelines for Special Needs:  https://usinsuranceagents.com/home-updates-special-needs
Cancer and the Importance of Sleep
​https://www.tuck.com/sleep-and-cancer/

Cancer Support Communities
https://www.cancersupportcommunity.org/resources

Legal Resources for Cancer Patients
https://www.justgreatlawyers.com/legal-resources-for-cancer-patients

Understanding Cancer Risk
http://www.cancer.net/navigating-cancer-care/prevention-and-healthy-living/understanding-cancer-risk

What Causes Cancer? 34 Cancer Risk Calculators
http://www.calculators.org/health/cancer.php

8 Ways to Lower Risk of Cancer
http://www.webmd.com/cancer/features/8-ways-to-lower-cancer-risk

Harms of Smoking and Benefits of Quitting
http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/factsheet/Tobacco/cessation

Asbestos Exposure and Cancer Risk
http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/factsheet/Risk/asbestos

Radon in Your Home: A Safety Guide
http://www.homeadvisor.com/article.show.Is-Your-Home-Radioactive-Get-it-Tested-for-Radon.16689.html

Cancer Prevention Overview from the National Cancer Institute
http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/prevention


Complementary and Alternative Medicine | American Cancer Society
http://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatmentsandsideeffects/complementaryandalternativemedicine/complementary-and-alternative-medicine-landing

Cancer & Art Therapy
http://www.arttherapyblog.com/c/cancer/

Cord Blood Therapy - Learn More Here
https://www.cordbloodbanking.com/

Malpractice is Complicated
The Medical Malpractice Center