Asbestos in Asia

Asbestos is a global killer. Despite lessons learned in the developed world on the use of asbestos and its hazardous pulmonary consequences, its use continues to increase in A sia. Although some countries such as J apan, K orea and S ingapore have curtailed the use of this mineral, there are numerous countries in Asia that continue to mine, import and use this fibre, particularly C hina, which is one of the largest consumers in the world....