Asbestos

Asbestos can cause various diseases, including cancers (bronchopulmonary cancer, mesothelioma). Widely used until it was banned in France in 1997, it is still very common in buildings.

Our Mission

  • To generate useful knowledge about population exposure to asbestos and the impact of such exposure on health

  • Identify high-risk situations and at-risk populations

  • To inform public authorities, relevant professionals, and the general public

Publications

Here you will find the latest scientific publications related to the studies and research conducted by Santé publique France.

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What is the medical and social care available for pleural mesothelioma in France? An example of cases included in the national mesothelioma surveillance program between 1999 and 2014

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rapport/synthèse

Notice Regarding the Protocol for Identifying and Enrolling Staff at the Caen University Hospital (Côte de Nacre Campus) Who Are Professionally Exposed to Asbestos Dust or May Have Been Exposed

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Opinion on the relevance and feasibility of an assessment of asbestos dust exposure and potential health risks for the general public who have visited the Caen University Hospital (Côte de Nacre site)

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Mesotheliomas

thematic dossier

Mesothelioma is a type of cancer for which asbestos is the only known risk factor. Its incidence is on the rise, particularly among women. It qualifies for medical and social benefits.

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thematic dossier

Work-related illnesses

Dues à des expositions professionnelles, les principales maladies en lien avec le travail sont surveillées par Santé publique France dans l’objectif d’élaborer, avec les partenaires, les...

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