The best form of protection against mesothelioma is to limit or eliminate your exposure to asbestos. You should wear protective equipment if you work at a job site where asbestos exists. Also, shower and change out of work clothes before returning home, which also protects family members from secondary exposure to asbestos.
Consult with experts if you suspect there are asbestos particles in your home. Do not attempt to remove the asbestos yourself as moving or disturbing it could cause particles to break up and enter the air, which is very dangerous. Older homes and buildings are more likely to contain asbestos as the mineral was used because it is resistant to heat, electric and chemical damage. It was used before the devastating effects were discovered.
