- Asbestos - Wikipedia
Inhalation of asbestos fibres can lead to various dangerous lung conditions, including mesothelioma, asbestosis, and lung cancer As a result of these health effects, asbestos is considered a serious health and safety hazard [3]
- Asbestos Exposure and Cancer Risk Fact Sheet - NCI
A fact sheet about asbestos, the health hazards of asbestos exposure (including mesothelioma), and who's at risk for an asbestos-related disease Also presented are resources for information related to asbestos exposure and programs to help exposed individuals
- Asbestos | KDHE, KS
Asbestos About Asbestos Gather information about the Asbestos program administered by the Bureau of Air Asbestos Resources Forms Access helpful resources and forms related to Asbestos KS Asbestos Regulations Statutes (PDF) View the current State of Kansas Asbestos regulations and statutes
- The Mesothelioma Center: Support for Cancer Patients Families
Stay informed with articles on asbestos lawsuits, treatment breakthroughs, clinical trials, and more Real stories, practical tips, and expert insights from survivors and caregivers
- What is asbestos? Definition, risks of exposure, and more
Asbestos is a naturally occurring material that is present in soil and rocks Exposure to asbestos may lead to lung diseases and other health conditions
- Asbestos - NH Department of Environmental Services
Asbestos is the common name for a group of naturally occurring mineral fibers that are known for their high tensile strength and thermal insulating properties
- Asbestos and Abrasive Blasting - Allegheny County, PA
Asbestos is a dangerous mineral that is associated with approximately 15,000 deaths each year in the U S Durable and heat resistant, asbestos acts as a natural insulator and fireproofing material Asbestos-containing materials are often found in buildings both old and new
- Asbestos - New Mexico Environment Department
These studies and epidemiological investigations have demonstrated that breathing asbestos dust (fibers) and or ingesting asbestos is a health hazard Primary diseases associated with the inhalation of asbestos fibers are asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma
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