I am so sorry to hear about your mother-in-law. I am surprised by this, but yes, a person can develop asbestosis from the asbestos found on family's clothing. Risk factors include:
* People who handle asbestos material at their workplace:
* Family members of people who work with asbestos and bring the fibers home on their hair or clothing
* People who work at sites where asbestos is found
* Smoking
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Angela,
I am so sorry to hear about your mother-in-law. I am surprised by this, but yes, a person can develop asbestosis from the asbestos found on family's clothing. Risk factors include:
* People who handle asbestos material at their workplace:
* Family members of people who work with asbestos and bring the fibers home on their hair or clothing
* People who work at sites where asbestos is found
* Smoking
https://www.empowher.com/media/reference/asbestosis#causes
Again, I am surprised by this, and I feel that many more women should hear your mother-in-laws story. I am wondering if her husband is still alive?
October 6, 2009 - 2:58pmThis Comment
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