"If you walk along the street and you are always smiling, you're not dead Do not let cancer bog you down. "
exposure to asbestos
Ernie was exposed to asbestos throughout his life. Most of his exposure occurred when he worked as a car mechanic, an occupation with a high risk of exposure to asbestos because of asbestos used in brake pads.
Ernie first began experiencing problems in 1996, which included the pain in his shoulder and ribcage. In 02, doctors performed several tests, including X-rays, CT scans and biopsies before finally diagnosing Ernie with pleural mesothelioma.
"I had been visiting a brother of mine who also had mesothelioma," said Ernie video interview. "I discovered a month after visiting him ... I had the same cancer."
brother Ernie developed the same illness after being exposed to asbestos while serving in the US Navy . Veterans of the navy are also part of a group of people because of the asbestos used in high-risk ships.
mesothelioma battle Ernie
After his diagnosis, Ernie doctors implemented a plan of treatment that included chemotherapy, radiation and surgery. he fought against the 02-09 illness, during which he maintained a positive attitude that has served as inspiration for the other.
Unfortunately, Ernie died in 09.
filing a lawsuit mesothelioma
Ernie seriously considered filing a complaint after learning of his illness been caused by exposure to asbestos. He decided to file a lawsuit against the asbestos companies that were responsible for its exposure and after diagnosis of mesothelioma.
Watch the video below to learn about the decision to Ernie Conry to file a complaint, or to learn more about Ernie's history here.
