Asbestos

Secondary asbestos exposure can occur when workers unknowingly bring asbestos fibers home on their clothing, skin, or belongings. Learn how family members may develop mesothelioma decades later and what legal options may be available.

Construction and demolition workers often disturb asbestos-containing materials while building, renovating, and tearing down structures. Learn about asbestos exposure risks, mesothelioma, and other related diseases.‍

Mining workers were often exposed to dangerous asbestos fibers during drilling, blasting, and mineral extraction. Learn about mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis, and other asbestos-related diseases linked to mining exposure.

For decades, automotive workers and mechanics were exposed to asbestos in brake pads, clutches, gaskets, and other vehicle components. Learn how asbestos exposure in the automotive industry may lead to mesothelioma, lung cancer, and other serious illnesses.

Chemical plants historically relied on asbestos for insulation, fireproofing, and heat resistance. Learn how chemical plant workers may have been exposed to asbestos and why this exposure continues to impact families today.

Manufacturing workers were exposed to asbestos for decades in factories, mills, refineries, shipyards, and industrial plants across the U.S. Learn why mesothelioma remains prevalent among manufacturing workers and which regions faced the greatest exposure risks.

Asbestos exposure was common in oil refineries and power plants. This post explains high-risk jobs, U.S. locations, and why exposure still impacts workers today will serious illnesses such as mesothelioma and lung cancer.

Asbestos exposure was common across all military branches. This post explains high-risk jobs, bases, and why veterans may develop serious illnesses such as mesothelioma, lung cancer, and other cancers decades later.

Asbestos exposure was widespread in U.S. shipyards for decades. This post covers high-risk roles, major shipyard locations nationwide, and why exposure can still lead to serious illness years later.

Explore the industries most linked to asbestos exposure and the U.S. regions where risk was highest. Learn how exposure happened and what it may mean today.

Global Asbestos Awareness Week 2026 focuses on protecting families through education and prevention. Learn how asbestos exposure occurs, the diseases it causes, and why awareness still matters today.

Spring cleaning and home renovations can uncover hidden asbestos in older homes. Learn where it’s found and how exposure is linked to mesothelioma, lung cancer, and other serious diseases.

This World Tuberculosis Day, we reflect on lung health and the lasting impact of asbestos exposure, including mesothelioma and lung cancer that can affect families for decades.

In honor of International Women’s Day, learn about the potential link between talc-based products and ovarian cancer. Discover how asbestos contamination can occur in talc and why awareness of women’s health risks is essential.

Talc labeled “cosmetic grade” may still pose asbestos contamination risks. Learn where talc is used, who may face higher exposure risk, and what to know about mesothelioma and asbestos-related illness.

Asbestos exposure doesn’t always happen at work. Talc products used in everyday life may expose families to asbestos over time. Learn how exposure occurs, which products raise concerns, and what to know after a diagnosis.

The FDA has stepped back from a proposed rule requiring asbestos testing in talc-based products. Learn how talc can be contaminated with asbestos and what legal options may exist for those diagnosed with mesothelioma.

Asbestos exposure myths continue to delay diagnosis and prevention. Learn the facts about who was exposed, why symptoms take decades to appear, and what steps you can take today.

January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month, highlighting the increased cancer risks firefighters face from asbestos, PFAS, and other toxic exposures encountered during fire suppression, overhaul, and cleanup.

Asbestos trust funds were created to compensate people diagnosed with asbestos-related diseases when responsible companies went bankrupt. Learn how these trust funds work, who can file a claim, and what compensation may be available.

The EPA is reviewing a federal ban on chrysotile asbestos, the last type still used in the U.S. Learn what this means for workers, public health, and asbestos-related cancer risks.

If you suspect asbestos exposure, knowing what to tell your doctor matters. Learn which symptoms, work history, and exposure details can help lead to early diagnosis and proper care.

A new study shows that people exposed to asbestos can still reduce their mortality risk by quitting smoking. Researchers found major reductions in death rates among cancer patients who stopped smoking—even decades after exposure.

A new study shows workers exposed to both ultrafine particles and asbestos face a higher lung cancer risk than those exposed to asbestos alone. Researchers found that the combination significantly increases the risk in industrial and manufacturing settings.