What is Asbestos?

Asbestos is a naturally occurring and relatively cheap silicate mineral that was used for many years in construction and has since been proved to be a serious health risk. Its use has since been banned in the UK since 1999.

Health Risks of Asbestos

Asbestos can cause serious and fatal diseases such as Mesothelioma; this is a cancer which affects the lining of the lungs, and can also be fatal. Another disease is Asbestos-related lung cancer, which is almost always fatal.

Asbestosis is the scarring of the lungs and, whilst not always fatal, it is usually a very debilitating disease that greatly effects quality of life. it can take 15-60 years for any symptoms to develop after exposure so the disease may not effect you immediately.