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#Mesothelioma is a rare cancer, usually associated with previous exposure to asbestos. 70% to 80% of people diagnosed with the disease had a history of exposure to asbestos containing material. Mesothelioma is extremely painful and usually fatal unless detected early. [ 177 more words ] http://www.asbestosvancouver.ca/mesothelioma-prevention/

Asbestos starts life as a mineral found in certain rocks, mainly in South America. It is fibrous in nature and has fire retardant properties. Asbestos has been widely used as a building material for over 100 years. It can be found in cement pipes and sheets as a reinforcing agent. These asbestos cement products can be found in many schools, factories and homes. [ 356 more words ] http://www.asbestosvancouver.ca/found-asbestos-work-next/

#Asbestos #Testing #Vancouver Why? Asbestos testing seeks to detect the presence of asbestos in any given material. When any asbestos containing material is disturbed, it releases very thin invisible fibers that may remain suspended in the air for many hours, and have a causative association with a plethora of disease manifestations involving the epithelial lining of human visceral cavities, including the deadly mesothelioma. [ 292 more words ] http://www.asbestosvancouver.ca/asbestos-testing-buying-ho/

#Asbestos #Abatement #Vancouver the Main Culprit behind Asbestos Mesothelioma Asbestos mesothelioma is a rare but dangerous cancer caused by exposure to asbestos particles suspended in the air. Asbestos is a group of naturally occurring silicate minerals. It is made up of strong and durable fibers that are resistant to heat and fire. [ 334 more words ] http://www.asbestosvancouver.ca/asbestos-mesothelioma-dead/

#Asbestos was once used widely in commercial and residential building projects. It is a strong substance that is even stronger than steel. It also is unaffected by heat, chemicals and does not conduct electricity. This all combined made asbestos a great building material. [ 348 more words ] http://www.asbestosvancouver.ca/asbestos-health-concerns/