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How many exposures to asbestos does it take for it to be harmful enough to cause cancer? 1 exposure years ago probably wouldn't cause any ill effect
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See answer: Exposure to asbestos for just a few days has caused mesothelioma . If you were working in an area with asbestos dust and you were not wearing a special fitted respirator you are at risk. In the U.S. levels of asbestos exposure are strictly regulated. See: http://bit.ly/1Kmjxoz and http://1.usa.gov/1RWiJcu
Answered 2/2/2016
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