We aimed to study mortality for asbestos related diseases and the incidence of mesothelioma in a cohort of Italian asbestos cement workers after cessation of asbestos exposure. Methods: The Eternit ...

This material was called asbestos cement. By the early 1950’s, these concrete tubes were commonly used in the drinking water distribution networks across cities in many parts of the world. AC pipes ...

A library has been forced to close temporarily after asbestos was found in roof panels ahead of planned maintenance work. Harrow Council has announced that Pinner Library will open again soon but ...

Britain is facing an avalanche of asbestos-related deaths ... found in everything from ceiling tiles to toasters, corrugated roofing and ironing boards, before finally being banned in 1999.

Five homes lost roofs and walls and a further 11 properties were damaged during a severe thunderstorm in Marble Bar. Asbestos is concerning authorities, with a watch and act alert issued.