Mesothelioma is caused by exposure to asbestos. Exposure can occur when products or asbestos-containing materials are treated in a manner that causes the microscopic asbestos fibers into the air. When the fibers are inhaled, they can lodge in the lining of the lung or abdomen, possibly leading to health conditions such as mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis and other diseases related to asbestos .
There is no known cure for mesothelioma, and asbestos use was not fully banned in the United States. However, mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases can be prevented by avoiding exposure to asbestos fibers
To avoid exposure to asbestos, follow these tips from the Environmental protection Agency (EPA) :.
being aware
The first step you can take to prevent exposure to asbestos is to remain vigilant and to identify areas in your home, workplace or other place that could contain asbestos products. Since asbestos was widely used before the 1980s, many buildings built before this point in time may still contain asbestos products such as floor tiles, paving, decorative painting, roofing, siding, cement, plaster, insulation and
[1945003plus] Do not disturb itAfter identifying the possible presence of asbestos, the next step is to do not touch, move or disturb . This now includes activities in areas with asbestos to a minimum, sealing or covering areas with damaged asbestos products, avoiding to make repairs or renovations on areas with products of asbestos, eliminating sawing, scraping, sanding, vacuuming, scraping or leveling of asbestos products, and more. If you are concerned about asbestos in your home or building, you should contact a professional asbestos removal.
Bring a professional
Asbestos professionals are trained in the proper handling of asbestos and removal. If your home or workplace contain asbestos products, contact a professional asbestos, as inspector or contractor before to do something else. Asbestos professionals can properly dispose of materials without causing exposure to you or your loved ones.
The number of people diagnosed with mesothelioma can be lowered if we work together to raise awareness about the dangers of exposure to asbestos, common asbestos products and the steps we can all take to prevent the release of asbestos fibers into the air.
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