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Asbestos was once widely used as a flame-retardant, and it now remains a part of many older homes. Federal laws banned the use of asbestos decades ago, but many older buildings in the greater Philadelphia area and other regions throughout the country still contain asbestos. Asbestos is a heat- and friction-resistant substance that is made » Read More

Mesothelioma is a deadly form of cancer that is caused by exposure to microscopic asbestos fibers. Asbestos is a fire- and friction-resistant substance that was commonly used in brake pads and many building materials. Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral, and it only becomes dangerous when it is inhaled or ingested. There is no known » Read More