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Mesothelioma

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Notes
+ - Group 1 human carcinogen. Latency can be 30-50 years after asbestos exposure. Mesothelioma rates due to asbestos are expected to peak 2010-2030.

References:
  • California Proposition 65
  • Omowunmi Y.O., et al. Health Effects of Asbestos and Nonasbestos Fibers. Environ Health Perspect. 2000; 108(suppl 4):665-674.

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