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Asbestos - Wikipedia Asbestos ( æsˈbɛstəs, æz -, - tɒs ass-BES-təs, az-, -toss) [1] is a group of naturally occurring, toxic, carcinogenic and fibrous silicate minerals There are six types, all of which are composed of long and thin fibrous crystals, each fibre (particulate with length substantially greater than width) [2] being composed of many microscopic "fibrils" that can be released into the
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 - US EPA The EPA asbestos web site contains general information on asbestos sources, exposure and health effects, what to do if you suspect asbestos, training, and laws and regulations
What Is Asbestos and Where Does it Come From? Asbestos is a natural mineral and carcinogen that causes mesothelioma Learn about the products that use asbestos and occupations with the highest risk of exposure
Asbestos - World Health Organization (WHO) WHO fact sheet on asbestos and the elimination of asbestos-related diseases providing key facts and information on the problem, causes and WHO response
Asbestos and Cancer Risk - American Cancer Society Asbestos has been used in insulation, automobile brakes, roof shingles, ceiling and floor tiles, and more Learn what we know about asbestos, cancer risk, and what to look for if you've been exposed to asbestos
Legacy asbestos: An ongoing public health risk - Open Access Government Jean C Pfau and Tracy McNew from the Center for Asbestos-Related Disease address the legacy of environmental asbestos, which continues to pose a public health risk Asbestos forms whenever heat, water, and minerals combine through metamorphic and hydrothermic processes to create fibrous mineral
Health Effects of Asbestos | Asbestos and Your Health | ATSDR Asbestos is a dangerous substance and should be avoided People who have contact with asbestos are at risk of developing health problems Learn more about the dangerous health effects asbestos can cause
Asbestos - Occupational Safety and Health Administration Asbestos is the name given to a group of naturally occurring minerals that are resistant to heat and corrosion Asbestos has been used in products, such as insulation for pipes (steam lines for example), floor tiles, building materials, and in vehicle brakes and clutches