Health Risk of Asbestos Exposure
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In 2013, there are 2538 deaths in UK caused by mesothelioma.
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In 2013, there are 477 deaths in UK caused by asbestosis.
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Health conditions caused by asbestos:
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Cancer
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Mesothelioma
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Lung Cancer
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Asbestos Cancer
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Other conditions
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Asbestosis
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Lung Disease
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COPD
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Asbestos exposure occurrence
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Military
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Battleships
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Aircraft carriers
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Cruisers
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Auxiliary vessels
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Submarines
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Destroyers
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Frigates
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Products
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Insulations
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Drywall
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Ceiling
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Floor tiles
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Cements
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Paint
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Etc.
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Occupations
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Drywall tapers
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Electricians
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Firefighters
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Auto mechanics
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Etc.
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Jobsites
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Shipyards
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Power plants
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Metal works
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Schools
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Chemical plants
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Oil refineries
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Environmental
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Exposure that occurs outdoors due to the presence of naturally occurring asbestos or fibers that have been released into the air as a result of:
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Minings
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Natural disasters
Important Things to Remember
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Don’t remove asbestos unnecessarily, it may be more practical to leave it in place and manage it.
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Some high risk work with asbestos can only be carried out by a licensed contractor.
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If you are in any doubt about whether materials contain asbestos, presume they do until you are sure they don’t.
