Asbestos is part of a group of naturally occurring minerals that have been used for many industrial purposes, including cement, brake linings, roofing, flooring products, textiles, and insulation. During manufacturing or handling of these products tiny asbestos particles can become airborne. They may be inhaled or swallowed, leading to serious health problems. Mesothelioma is only one illness that can develop as a result of exposure to asbestos: lung cancer, asbestosis (a non-cancerous, chronic lung ailment), and other cancers, such as those of the larynx and kidney are also common.
While smoking is not linked to an increase in the risk of mesothelioma but a combination of smoking and asbestos exposure significantly increases a person's risk of other cancers developing.
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