According to the EWG Action Fund, asbestos kills up to 15,000 Americans each year from malignant mesothelioma, asbestosis, and lung cancer.
Once hailed as an incredibly versatile natural mineral around the world, used across a wide variety of industrial applications, asbestos is today banned by numerous countries. Where it is still used, strict regulations and enforcement govern its handling. So, what exactly is asbestos, and why is it so dangerous? Click on to find out.