More Australians die from asbestos related deaths than on the road

National Asbestos Awareness Week has begun, focusing on educating Australians about the risks of asbestos in homes.

With 1 in 3 homes containing asbestos, and each year over 4,000 Australians die from asbestos-related diseases, making this awareness initiative crucial for public health.

Image: Image by Asbestos Awareness

Produced By: Moemina Shukur

Featured In Story: John Batty – Asbestos Education Committee

First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 26 November 2024