Geraldine Ferraro died Saturday after a 12 year battle with myeloma, cancer of the blood. Geraldine was most notable the first woman to run for Vice President in 1984 alongside Walter Mondale. Geraldine worked as a public servant serving in Congress. Later in her career until her death she raised money for female candidates and was inducted in The Women’s Hall of Fame in 1994. A private funeral is being held for her today, March 31, in New York.
Myeloma is cancer of the blood; over 10,000 people a year are diagnosed every year, according to Wikipedia. There are various treatments available that can prolong life, after prognosis many people can live for several years. Cancer kills thousands of people throughout the world; lung cancer is the most common.
One type of lung cancer that kills over 3,000 people a year is mesothelioma. Unlike myeloma, the cause of mesothelioma is caused by prolonged exposure to asbestos which when disturbed can breathed into the lungs. Mesothelioma affects the lining of the lungs and heart and can be treated but will eventually cause death.
For people who contract mesothelioma they can access funds along with mesothelioma lawyers for their care are available. Retaining a mesothelioma attorney can help victims of this deadly cancer can get compensation. Asbestos is still present in many buildings and people will continue to contract this disease. Mesothelioma lawyers have effectively won settlements for people who are suffering.
