Asbestos Blog

Learn what to look for when choosing a mask to prevent asbestos exposure. Ever since COVID-19, the market for facemasks has gone up considerably. In 2018, the global market was valued at just over $32.7 billion. However, by 2025, it is expected to surpass the $50.91 billion mark. However, not all masks are created equal. [...]Read More...

Building fire at a fiberglass warehouse scheduled for demolition over asbestos concerns. Earlier this month, a fiberglass warehouse in Oregon caught fire. The Miles Fiberglass warehouse building was found to be burning in the early morning hours on September 16th. This fire was especially dangerous to residents in the area, as the building had recently [...]Read More...

Short Answer: Not necessarily. But even a short or small exposure can lead to mesothelioma over time. In fact, after the first asbestos exposure, mesothelioma can take 20-50 years to appear. One of the biggest predictors of mesothelioma for future disease is how young you were exposed. If you believe you were exposed to asbestos, [...]Read More...

Are air filters sufficient to protect us from the harm of asbestos exposure? The answer to this question requires some explanation, especially since the actual form of asbestos is not as simple as you might think. ! If you believe that you were exposed to asbestos, even as a child, speak to a healthcare provider [...]Read More...

Group raises alarm about asbestos still in family homes on Army bases. The dangers surrounding widespread asbestos use throughout the 20th century are still being realized decades after the federal ban on most asbestos use in the United States. One prime example of this is the recent asbestos dangers uncovered in the United States Army.  [...]Read More...

Women were exposed to asbestos both as servicewomen and spouses of others serving in the military. While the military has traditionally been male-dominated, women have served and continue to serve in various roles, both on and off the frontlines. And being in the military comes with a heightened chance of being exposed to asbestos, regardless [...]Read More...

Asbestos can be found in a variety of construction materials, including tile. While some forms of asbestos tiles have been replaced due to renovation, damage, or building demolition, many still remain today. This poses the question, what is the best way to remove asbestos tile, and can it be done safely? Here’s what you should [...]Read More...

Asbestos has been described by many names including miraculous, divine, unquenchable, indestructible, and more. However, the modern era has a technical term for asbestos: carcinogen.  That is, asbestos, for all its impressive qualities, is a cancer-causing substance, a toxin to the human body. Because of this, it is important to consider some effective ways to [...]Read More...

Asbestos has been used by humanity for millennia in a variety of applications. However, the process and development of asbestos use have taken many turns and seen many innovations before the regulation and bans in America in the late 20th century. Because of this, it’s worthwhile to step back and consider the status and use [...]Read More...

Asbestos has a rich history throughout the world, but part of its more recent history in America is focused on New York. While it is impossible to cover the full range of asbestos usage in New York in this article, we’ll consider two primary examples that can help anyone in any part of the state [...]Read More...

Linoleum, a popular flooring material, has been used in homes and commercial spaces for decades due to its durability and versatility. At the same time, asbestos, a mineral known for its fire-resistant and insulating properties, was prevalent in various building materials, including flooring, until its health hazards became widely recognized.  As a result, it’s essential [...]Read More...

There is a chance that asbestos was used in insulation lurking in a home or in another building an individual may frequent if it was constructed prior to the mid-1980s. Strong and resistant to fire, asbestos insulation was highly sought after for most of the 20th century.  Particularly in older homes, asbestos can be present [...]Read More...