Asbestos is responsible for countless deaths around the world, including at least 10,000 each year in the U.S. alone. Many Americans might think it’s been banned, but it has not. It’s lethal, legal and continues to pose serious risks to millions of American families.

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Report: More than 1,300 Nevadans Have Died from Asbestos Since 1999

September 3rd, 2015

EWG Action Fund estimates that more than 1,370 residents of Nevada have died from asbestos-related diseases, including mesothelioma and asbestosis, since 1999; more than 820 in Clark County.

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Asbestos Nation

Asbestos is responsible for countless deaths around the world, including at least 10,000 each year in the U.S. alone. Many Americans might think it’s been banned, but it has not. It’s lethal, legal and continues to pose serious risks to millions of American families.

Report: More than 1,300 Nevadans Have Died from Asbestos Since 1999

EWG Action Fund estimates that more than 1,370 residents of Nevada have died from asbestos-related diseases, including mesothelioma and asbestosis, since 1999; more than 820 in Clark County.

Asbestos Nation

Asbestos is responsible for countless deaths around the world, including at least 10,000 each year in the U.S. alone. Many Americans might think it’s been banned, but it has not. It’s lethal, legal and continues to pose serious risks to millions of American families.

Report: More than 1,300 Nevadans Have Died from Asbestos Since 1999

EWG Action Fund estimates that more than 1,370 residents of Nevada have died from asbestos-related diseases, including mesothelioma and asbestosis, since 1999; more than 820 in Clark County.

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