Another published study is highlighting one of the most deadly aspects of malignant peritoneal mesothelioma – the fact that risk for the disease remains high even decades after asbestos exposure has ended. This latest study is focused on peritoneal mesothelioma, a form of mesothelioma that begins on the membrane that...
A former carpenter died of asbestos poisoning aged 69 after being exposed to it during his career...
Council workers have closed off the beach at Prestwick in Ayrshire over concerns about asbestos contamination...
A retired electrician who was awarded asbestos exposure compensation of just over £1,500 from Exeter University – who are appealing the court decision – is now being cared for in a hospice...
Following an HSE investigation, a mid-Essex school has been ordered to pay £46,000 after a poorly-planned refurbishment exposed staff to asbestos...
The four main diseases caused by asbestos are mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis and plural plaque. In this video from NHS Choices, learn more about...
General Motors UK Ltd has been fined £120,000 after it was discovered that asbestos boarding panels had contaminated a site...
A free school plagued with problems at its proposed new site next to an airfield – including asbestos and the threat of unexploded bombs – is delaying its move for a second time...