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1 in Every 5 Diagnosis of Lung Cancer Strikes Non-Smokers

According to a report from the Doctor’s Lounge, 1 in every 5 lung cancers strike non-smokers. If cancer has become debilitating and you are no longer able to work, Social Security disability benefits could be available.

Lung cancer is almost always associated with those who smoke; however, the yearly rate of death for non-smokers is almost as much as breast cancer (approximately 40,000 deaths every year) and nearly equal to prostate cancer (about 32,000 every year).

In addition, many women aren’t aware that their risk of death from lung cancer, despite not smoking, is more than twice the risk of death from ovarian cancer. Some experts believe these findings should cause the public to stop looking at lung cancer as something only smokers get.

Researchers would now like to look into potential risk factors that could increase the chance of a non-smoker developing lung cancer. This could help doctors’ better monitor patients who may be at a greater risk.

If you have become severely impaired due to a medical condition, you may qualify for disability benefits. To learn about eligibility or what you should do if you believe your claim was wrongfully denied, you should speak with a Broward County Social Security disability attorney.

Filing for Social Security disability benefits is complicated and time-consuming, but at LaVan & Neidenberg, P.A., our team of disability attorneys is ready for the challenge. We like to empower our clients by providing a FREE Social Security disability guide so you can learn more about the process of filing for disability benefits.

When you’re ready to get started, contact The Law Offices of LaVan & Neidenberg, P.A. to begin your claim. Our state-of-the-art, customized intake and database system means less hassle, so you can focus on what’s most important to you instead of having to spend your days wading through confusing legalese and legal red tape. Call today - 1-888-234-5758.