Mesothelioma and other cancers continuing risk for firefighters

"Firefighters face many risks at work—from the immediate hazards of fire, smoke and unstable structures to long-term stress and exposure to carcinogens. Mesothelioma and asbestos-related lung cancer are known risks to firefighters because so many older structures, where the risk of fire is highest, are filled with asbestos-containing materials. As these materials deteriorate ..." (2009-5-4)
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