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Why and how Asbestos is considered health hazard?

April 26, 2017asbestos hazard Health

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Why and how Asbestos is considered health hazard?

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Inhalation of heavy concentrations of asbestos over a prolonged period i.e. 10 years and more may cause asbestosis, asbestos related lung cancer, and mesotheliama. Asbestosis is like silicosis or any other pueumoconiosis caused due to inhalation of silica, coal, or cotton dust.