Question:
How can I mitigate exposure to asbestos?
Los riesgos de la exposición al amianto
Desde la prohibición del amianto de 1989, la EPA ha establecido reglamentos que requieren que los sistemas escolares para inspeccionar por asbesto dañado, y eliminar o reducir la exposición a los ocupantes de la retirada del amianto o que encierra ella. En junio de 2000, la Consumer Product Safety Comisión concluyó que el riesgo de exposición de los niños a las fibras de amianto en lápices de colores fue extremadamente baja. Sin embargo, los fabricantes de EE.UU. de estos lápices de colores de acuerdo a reformular sus productos dentro de un año. En agosto de 2000, la EPA recomienda que los consumidores a reducir la exposición al amianto posibles a partir de vermiculita que contienen productos de la huerta, al limitar la cantidad de polvo producido durante el uso. La EPA sugiere que los consumidores utilizan vermiculita al aire libre o en un área bien ventilada, mantener la humedad durante el uso de vermiculita y evitar el ingreso de polvo de uso de vermiculita en la casa en la ropa.
Mesotelioma Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a link between mesothelioma and asbestos?
How does asbestos get into the body?
What other health problems are cause by asbestos?
Why is asbestos such a big problem when it was banned many years ago?
How does one get exposed to dangerous forms or levels of asbestos?
What kinds of exposure to asbestos constitutes risk for mesothelioma?
How can I mitigate exposure to asbestos?
Is infrequent, low-level expsure to asbestos risky?
How has the use of asbestos changed in recent years?
How is mesothelioma diagnosed?
What is the procedure for diagnosing mesothelioma?
How is a biopsy performed for diagnosing mesothelioma?
What factors influence the kind(s) of treatment to be used?
Should I be examined for asbestos-related illnesses?
Is mesothelioma a common form of cancer?
Is there a link between asbestos and mesothelioma?
Can family members also be at risk for exposure to asbestos?
Is lung cancer different from mesothelioma?
How long does it take for mesothelioma to manifest itself in a patient?
How do physicians describe the nature of mesothelioma growth?
Does smoking affect my risk of mesothelioma?
Why are damages being paid to mesothelioma patients?
What do I do if I want to file a mesothelioma lawsuit?
Can I file a mesothelioma lawsuit?
Is there a statue of limitations on mesothelioma litigation?
How much will it cost to file a mestothelioma lawsuit?
How do I find a lawyer to file a mesothelioma lawsuit?
Will my mesothelioma lawsuit take place in the state where I live?
Could my mesothelioma lawsuit be settled out of court?
How much money might I collect from a mesothelioma lawsuit?
Can I get help from the Government for my mesothelioma?
Can veterans get help for mesothelioma treatment?
Is government financial help available for people with mesothelioma?
Are medical services for mesothelioma available through the Government?
Where can I find out more about occupational exposure to asbestos?
Can get help from the government for my mesothelioma treatment?
Can malignant mesothelioma be cured?
What are the side effects of cancer treatments?
What are some of the newer treatments being tried on mesothelioma?
How can I take advantage of experimental treatments?
How effective is surgery in treating mesothelioma?
Is surgery effective in relieving the symptoms of mesothelioma?
What are the main types of surgery for mesothelioma?
How does radiation treatment work with mesothelioma?
How does chemotherapy work when treating mesothelioma?
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