Airborne asbestos fibers and dust can prove deadly to those exposed to them over a long period or at high levels. Once they are breathed in or swallowed, they can result in a range of health problems, including a form of cancer known as mesothelioma, for which there is no known cure. Mesothelioma can take decades to develop, but once it is developed, it could reduce your lifespan to a matter of months.
Airborne asbestos fibers and dust tend to linger in the air, thus increasing the chances that those working or living in that area will breathe in the fibers or dust, which will then settle in the lungs and start to cause health related problems. Those most at risk from the effects of airborne asbestos are, of course, those who work with this material, as they are at increased risk of being exposed and at increased risk of being exposed at intense levels for long periods.
Often, airborne asbestos contamination has been linked to renovations and building work. This is often where existing asbestos that is being removed has been improperly handled, which means that it is disturbed to a point where the fibers come loose and become airborne. There are environment and air testing procedures that are able to test levels of asbestos in the air to determine whether or not they pose a danger to the health of those in the area.
Because of the dangers of airborne asbestos, there are many strict rules and regulations in place with regards to the handling and removal of asbestos, and those who work with asbestos must be provided with safety equipment and clothing to minimize the chances of exposure to airborne asbestos.
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