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In the early twentieth century, asbestos had a reputation as a lifesaver. In 1960, however, it became known that even relatively brief exposure to asbestos can cause mesothelioma, a virulent and leth …

In the early twentieth century, asbestos had a reputation as a lifesaver. In 1960, however, it became known that even relatively brief exposure to asbestos can cause mesothelioma, a virulent and leth …

Asbestos was once known as the ‚magic mineral‘ because of its ability to withstand flames. Yet since the 1970s, it has become a notorious and feared ‚killer dust‘ that is responsible for thousands of …