Children exposed to asbestos sand should be monitored for cancer

Latest twist in Aussie asbestos sand scare

Weeks after a raft of popular children’s toy products were recalled over fears of asbestos contamination, another product has been added to the list following laboratory testing.

Children exposed to asbestos should be monitored long-term - public health experts

Researchers say regular monitoring will ensure the best chance of successfully treating cancers - which could take decades to emerge.

Children exposed to asbestos sand should be monitored for cancer

A Canterbury University toxicologist says children exposed to asbestos from recalled coloured play sands should be regularly monitored to ensure...