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New Discoveries Made in the Fight against Pancreatic Cancer

In a report from the American Cancer Society, new discoveries are being made in the fight against pancreatic cancer. With this type of cancer being so difficult to treat, it could lead to an individual needing Social Security disability benefits.

Over the past decade, the American Cancer Society has spent more than $60 million in over 150 studies to find ways to detect, prevent, and treat what can be a deadly form of cancer. Despite the research however, there is not, as of yet, screening tests that can detect pancreatic cancer before it takes hold of the body.

Since symptoms are rarely experienced with pancreatic cancer, by the time it is discovered, it has often spread to other organs in the body. Just 5% of patients live past 5 years after they have been diagnosed.

Now researchers have found that certain changes occur in the DNA when cancer cells are present. They hope to use this information, along with blood markers, to find ways to screen for pancreatic cancer so it can be caught earlier.

If you have been diagnosed with a severe health condition that has lasted or is expected to last 12 months or longer then you could be entitled to disability benefits. Speak to a Georgia Social Security disability lawyer to learn if you qualify.

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.