
Health Tip: Asbestos Tips For Homeowners
(HealthDay News) -- Asbestos is a mineral fiber that is found in rock and salt. The fibers are strong and heat-resistant, so they have been used in construction materials for insulation and to prevent the spread of fire.
But the fibers can be released into the air during demolition and building repair, increasing a person's risk of developing lung disease.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency offers these do's and don'ts for homeowners:
Related Articles
Search Allergy Articles
Tools You Can Use to Control Winter Asthma, Allergy Symptoms
Check Your Pantry, Lay's Classic Potato Chips Recalled Due to Milk Allergy Risk
FDA Warns Top National Bakery to Stop Listing Allergens in Products When They Aren't There
Allergies Have You Stuffed Up? Nose Fungi May Be to Blame
Seasonal Allergies Likely To Grow Worse Under Climate Change
Some Cases of Recurrent Wheeze in Kids May Need New Treatment
Mood Disorders Have Increased Among Kids, Teens
Asthma Risk Doubles in People With Diabetes