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Asbestos

Keywords: asbestosis, irreversible scarring of lung tissues, mesothelioma, cancer of the inner lining of the chest and the abdominal cavity, lung cancer, building material, paint, fire proofing, fencing material.

Abstract: Asbestos is an extremely durable and stable mineral fibre that occurs naturally in rock formations in many parts of the world. Asbestos fibres can become airborne when the asbestos-containing material is disturbed. Once inhaled, the fibres can remain in the lung for several months or years before they break down or are expelled. The fibres will accumulate, however, when a person is continuously or frequently exposed to asbestos, and may lead to lung diseases. If symptoms develop, they may not appear for 20 to 30 years after the initial exposure. This explains why the numbers of fatalities is rising now, years after the banning of the substance in most products.

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How Indoor Air Quality Affects Your Health

by Manfred Kaiser

A comprehensive guide to indoor pollution sources and their health risks, and what can we do about it.

132 pages, 1.6Mb pdf file

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