Saturday, September 12, 2009
What are the health effects of exposure to asbestos?
Asbestos becomes a health hazard when
fibres become airborne and are inhaled.
Effects depend on length, diameter and
composition of fibre
Disease is usually associated with long-term
exposure in occupational or para-occupational
setting (immediate family or live near asbestos
mine or factory)
Risk depends on how much and how long
fibres become airborne and are inhaled.
Effects depend on length, diameter and
composition of fibre
Disease is usually associated with long-term
exposure in occupational or para-occupational
setting (immediate family or live near asbestos
mine or factory)
Risk depends on how much and how long
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