Asbestos Facts One Must Know

What is Asbestos? 

It is a mineral, with fire resistant properties. it was mined to use in wide range of industrial and domestic applications.

Where was Asbestos used? 

Mainly it was used in building materials, Such as insulating board, roofing sheets, drainpipes and gutters, toilet cisterns, fuse boxes, soffit boards, water tanks, fires and oven gloves.

What is the danger? 

Asbestos fibers and dust are present in the environment, so we are all exposed to very low levels of fibers. However, people worked in certain industries like building trade and shipbuilding in the past is at higher risk.

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What diseases are caused by asbestos?

• Mesothelioma

It is cancer exclusively caused by asbestos exposure. Mesothelioma affects the pleura, a lining of the lungs, but can also affect other organs also. It is very fatal and has no cure most of the case victim cant survive.

• Lung cancer

Lung cancer is not only caused by smoking, but asbestos exposure is also the main reason.

• Asbestosis

It is caused by prolonged and heavy exposure to asbestos and it seriously affects the lung tissues. It causes shortness of breath which gets worse day by day, often reducing victims mobility and can be deadly in severe cases.

Can I also make a claim?

Yes, if you are a victim of mesothelioma. If you can prove that your medical condition is due to asbestos exposure at work and negligence of the employer.

So if you, unfortunately, have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or asbestos-related disease, you must contact an expert asbestos lawyer. They can help you to file a lawsuit or claim a compensation for your pain and sufferings.