How can mesothelioma be prevented?
Mesothelioma can be prevented by eliminating exposure to asbestos. There have been limitations placed on the use of asbestos, but it is by no means gone from the environment or the workplace.
How can I protect my loved ones and myself from getting mesothelioma
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned most products containing asbestos in 1989. However, much of this ban was overturned in 1991, and asbestos is still used today. There are six categories of asbestos use that are still banned.
Since asbestos is still being used, and can still be found in many locations, you need to know if you could be in contact with it. Your employer should know. OSHA, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration mandates that employers protect employees, for example, by monitoring for asbestos as well as give employees facemasks to use.
You can also get material tested for asbestos. If you are in the building trade or related jobs, you can still be exposed.