How to prevent malignant mesothelioma?
The only method of prevention is avoidance of asbestos exposure. The risk of malignant mesothelioma can be reduced by avoiding getting exposed to asbestos. The areas of exposed asbestos containing insulation has to be checked by experts. Such areas must be removed or sealed off. The workers of industries who are required to deal with asbestos containing materials should try to limit their exposure. People who could be exposed to asbestos at work include miners, factory workers, insulation workers, railroad workers, ship builders, makers of gas masks, and construction workers. Workers who routinely deal with asbestos-containing materials should use approved measures to limit their exposure and to keep from bringing asbestos dust home on their clothing. Cigarette smoking should be avoided by all persons and asbestos exposed individuals should avoid cigarette smoke in particular because asbestos plus cigarette smoking can cause lung cancer.
