Family members of workers can also be at risk by inhaling fibers brought home on clothing, hair, or tools.
Historically, the highest risk groups include construction workers, shipyard laborers, miners, and firefighters. mesothelioma and asbestos exposure
is a rare and aggressive cancer that primarily develops in the lining of the lungs (pleura) or abdomen (peritoneum). It is most commonly caused by asbestos exposure , often occurring decades before symptoms appear . The Role of Asbestos Exposure Family members of workers can also be at