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If you are located in Tupelo and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, our lawyers are ready to assist you with aspects of your mesothelioma case. We can review your claim and help identify where you may have been exposed to asbestos and fight for maximum compensation for your claim. Contact us today to schedule a free, no-obligation case review.
Mesothelioma Treatment Options
When Tupelo, Mississippi residents are diagnosed with cancer, they often turn to the North Mississippi Medical Center. Patients are provided with comprehensive treatment plans that may include genetic counseling services, stereotactic radiosurgery, radiation oncology and medical oncology. Radiation oncologists use the TrueBeam linear accelerator system that allows oncologists to treat the disease with increased speed and precision. This technology also allows gated RapidArc radiotherapy to allow doctors to monitor breathing while delivering treatment for lung disease. Patient navigators are assigned to patients and their families to help connect them to referrals and resources. Doctors from various specialties and other medical providers take part in tumor conferences where they review each new cancer diagnosis. The team communicates about patients so that each treatment plan is individualized and takes into account all relevant medical information. Patients also have access to counseling services. The medical center participates in all phases of clinical trials.
Veterans with Mesothelioma
Tupelo is home to the Mississippi National Guard Headquarters. Columbus Air Force Base is approximately 70 miles from Tupelo.
Veterans make up a disproportionate number of mesothelioma cases. Approximately 30 percent of all mesothelioma cases involve veterans. Asbestos was used in many applications on land and in the air. Military bases were often constructed with materials that contained asbestos, such as flooring tiles, piping, wall installation, drywall and ceiling tiles. Additionally, asbestos was used in aircraft because of its insulating qualities and ability to resist fire.
Tupelo Mississippi Asbestos Site Exposure List
Some of the job sites in Tupelo, Mississippi linked to possible asbestos exposure include:
- Day Brite Lighting
- Mississippi Power and Light Company
- Southern Pipe & Supply Company
- Tennessee Valley Authority
- Tupelo Concrete Products, Inc.
- Tupelo Cotton Mills
If you were exposed to asbestos and diagnosed with mesothelioma, it is important that you take steps to protect your legal rights. Our experienced lawyers can discuss your legal rights and options during a complimentary consultation.
