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Mesothelioma

Have you ever heard of a diseased that almost like lung cancer? They say it attacks the surrounding the tissue that are around the lungs. So some would mistake it for lung cancer but it only attacks the pleural or the tissues around the lungs. It’s called mesothelioma. It is caused by asbestos exposure. Those who work daily with asbestos are the ones who really should be careful about this. If they have to be exposed to it almost everyday, protective gear should be used to lessen the possibility of getting the disease. Insulators and electricians should be careful about this, even construction workers may be affected especially when they are doing maintenance or remodelling of a building or road.