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Asbestos: History, Types, and Health Risks of Mesothelioma
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Asbestos is the only known cause of mesothelioma. Its popularity in 20th-century American commercialism led to thousands of deaths and can be found in many construction materials, such as spray-on insulation and roofing tiles. It’s also found around electrical wiring, switch boards and panels, automobile brakes, paint, floorboards, siding and more. This is why occupational exposure to asbestos is linked to the rise of mesothelioma cases. Learn more!