In 1990, lawmakers issued the Asbestos School Hazard Abatement Reauthorization Act (ASHARA). It applies to public and ...

If you're renovating floor tiles, make sure they do not contain asbestos. An expert tells us how to find out if the mineral ...

Because of the high correlation between mesothelioma and asbestos exposure, this type of cancer is used to gauge the full health impact of decades of asbestos exposure, as detailed in a recent ...

Asbestos is a group of naturally occurring minerals known for their heat resistance and durability, making them popular in construction materials. There are several types of asbestos, including: ...

Chrysotile asbestos is the only kind of asbestos still used in the U.S. and is linked to nearly 40,000 deaths every year. It has also been known to cause lung cancer, mesothelioma, and ovarian ...

also known as "white asbestos", the only type known to be imported for use in the US. Industries still using white asbestos will have up to 12 years to phase it out of use. White asbestos is ...