A growing body of evidence supports an association between systemic autoimmune disease
and exposure to amphibole asbestos, a form of asbestos typically with straight, stiff, needle …

Abstract Exposure to Libby Asbestiform Amphibole (LAA) is associated with asbestos-
related diseases, including mesothelioma, pulmonary carcinoma, pleural fibrosis, and …

Human exposures to asbestiform elongate mineral particles (EMP) may lead to diffuse
fibrosis, lung cancer, malignant mesothelioma and autoimmune diseases. Cleavage …

Abstract Background Exposure to the Libby amphibole (LA) asbestos-like fibers found in
Libby, Montana, is associated with inflammatory responses in mice and humans, and an …

Erionite is a naturally‐occurring fibrous zeolite mineral present in some rocks and soils. It is
usually found in volcanic ash altered by weathering and groundwater, and recrystallised as …

Exposure to Libby amphibole (LA) asbestos-like fibers is associated with increased risk of
asbestosis, mesothelioma, pulmonary disease, and systemic autoimmune disease …

Background Autoimmunity can result from the interplay between genetic background and
effects of environmental and/or occupational exposure to hazardous materials. Several …

The presence of naturally-occurring asbestos (NOA) is increasingly concerning for scientists,
health and regulatory agencies, and citizens living in impacted areas. It is commonly …

Libby Amphibole (LA) asbestos exposure can lead to chronic diseases like cancer, fibrosis,
and autoimmunity. To better understand the early responses that may precipitate chronic …

Przeanalizowano światową produkcję azbestu w latach 1940–2017 oraz strukturę
wytwarzania wyrobów azbestowych. Przedstawiono właściwości chemiczne, fizyczne oraz …