Mesothelioma is an uncommon type of cancer that erupts from the cells of the mesothelium, which is the protective membrane that lines many major body cavities and organs. It can attack the lungs, heart, stomach, and other critical structures in the body. Prolonged inhalation of asbestos fibers is the primary cause for mesothelioma, putting miners especially at risk. Asbestos is a silicate mineral with versatile physical properties such as heat, electrical, and chemical resistance, sound absorption, and tensile strength.
It was heavily mined and employed for manufacturing purposes prior to its carcinogenic effects began to manifest, eventually being banned entirely in the United States by 2003. Unfortunately, asbestos can still be found in many structures, appliances, objects, and transportation. Not only does this information provide valuable information on possible asbestos “hotspots” in your home, it also offers tidbits of quirky and unnerving historical stories about asbestos usage across the centuries.
Infographic by: mesotheliomatreatmentcenters.org
It was heavily mined and employed for manufacturing purposes prior to its carcinogenic effects began to manifest, eventually being banned entirely in the United States by 2003. Unfortunately, asbestos can still be found in many structures, appliances, objects, and transportation. Not only does this information provide valuable information on possible asbestos “hotspots” in your home, it also offers tidbits of quirky and unnerving historical stories about asbestos usage across the centuries.
Infographic by: mesotheliomatreatmentcenters.org
