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Receiving a mesothelioma diagnosis can be devastating. It is important to surround yourself with people who will help you identify your options and advocate for you. Our compassionate attorneys will come to you and patiently explain your legal options, which may include avoiding litigation by pursuing a claim against an asbestos bankruptcy trust, if possible.
Yankton SD Mesothelioma Treatment Options
The Avera Cancer Institute in Yankton, South Dakota provides the latest in cancer options close to home. It is accredited by the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer. It uses evidence-based therapies and a multidisciplinary approach to offer a variety of cancer care options, including radiation oncology, cancer surgery, telemedicine, diagnostic imaging and infusion services. The latest tools are used at this facility, including the Varian Clinan® iX, a linear accelerator with advanced imaging capabilities to provide precision in radiation treatment. A number of support services are offered to patients, including survivorship care, social work, support works and nutritional counseling.
Veterans in and around Yankton, South Dakota can seek care from the nearest VA hospital or community based outpatient clinic.
Yankton Asbestos Site Exposure List
Some of the jobsites in Yankton, South Dakota believed to be linked to asbestos exposure include the following:
- City Auditorium
- Collins Hotel
- Kanal Pine
- Mount Marty Hospital Association
- South Dakota State Hospital
- Yankton Industrial Alcohol Corporation
- Yankton State Hospital
Industries Known for Asbestos Exposure in South Dakota
There are certain industries in South Dakota that placed workers at an increased risk of being exposed to asbestos. For example, individuals who worked at any of the four hydroelectrical power plants in the state could be at risk for developing an asbestos-related disease, such as mesothelioma or asbestosis. The power plants used turbines and generators that often contained asbestos.
Another industry that exposed workers to an increased risk of asbestos exposure was the mechanic industry. Asbestos was often contained in brakes and clutches. Mechanics who handled these automotive parts could breathe in asbestos fibers.
Asbestos exposure is highest in industrial, manufacturing and construction industries. Asbestos was often included in insulation and as it aged, asbestos fibers could be released into the air and ingested by workers.
Military service members were also at risk since every branch of the government used asbestos. Additionally, teachers were at risk because many schools had dangerous asbestos-containing materials in their buildings.
