The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced an increase in the Maximum Annual Pension Rate (MAPR) for 2021. The new rates were determined in December 2020 and…
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How Were Family Members At Risk of Secondary Asbestos Exposure?
The widespread use of asbestos throughout the 20th century put thousands of workers’ lives in danger on a daily basis. Unfortunately, their families at home were equally at…
Read moreEmerging “Flash” Radiation Therapy Could be Used to Treat Mesothelioma
Medical researchers and specialists have longed to find a way to treat cancer without the debilitating side effects. Fortunately, oncologists at the University of California, Irvine and Switzerland’s…
Read more5 Tips to Help Patients Cope with Their Mesothelioma
After a mesothelioma diagnosis you or your loved one may have many unanswered questions. You might be wondering about treatment options, costs and what your possible life expectancy…
Read moreVA Announces Increase in Dependency and Indemnity Compensation Rates
As of December 1st, 2020, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs increased the Dependency and Indemnity Compensation rates. These new rates will be effective for one calendar year.…
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