Female mesothelioma and asbestos related deaths increase

According to figures released by the HSE between 2011-2020, 111 teachers died from mesothelioma.  In 2001-2010 the number was recorded as 75.

It is noted that there has been an increase in the deaths of female teachers born between 1935 to 1954 from mesothelioma as a result of asbestos exposure in the school buildings they were working in.

Often there is a perception that you must have worked directly with asbestos to be at risk of methothelioma.  This is not correct, it can be by living or working in an environment where asbestos is present or alternatively living or working with someone who has regular contact with asbestos.

People can also develop mesothelioma from exposure due to cosmetics such as make-up and talcum powder where asbestos was included. There are several large claims being filed against manufacturers such as Johnson & Johnson in the US.

These statistics show that the sadly the risk of developing an illness as a result of exposure to asbestos is not confined to those that worked directly with it.

Asbestos & Mesothelioma Claims

Raising awareness of asbestos related illnesses is vital, to help individuals receive the best possible medical care and also explore their options in relation to state benefits and legal compensation.

Should you be diagnosed with an respiratory illness which you believe could be due to exposure to asbestos, please feel free to contact our Personal Injury team who have over 30 years’ experience of helping people recover compensation on 01270762325 or PI@poolealcock.co.uk. We are happy to help.