This information was generated through the sixteenth report of the Australian Mesothelioma Register, produced by the National Data Team of the National Occupational Health and Safety Commission (NOHSC).
Malignant mesothelioma is a cancer of the outer covering of the lung (the pleura) or the abdominal cavity (the peritoneum). Formerly rare, it is increasing in incidence throughout the industrial world and is very frequently associated with past exposure to asbestos. It is usually fatal and has no direct
relation to smoking. Australia has the world’s highest incidence rate (Takahashi et al, 1999; Tossavainen and Takahashi, 2000).
Reported Cases In Australia
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