EPA Implements Ban on Last Form of Asbestos, Marking a Significant Step in Chemical Safety

In a landmark decision aimed at enhancing chemical safety and protecting public health, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the ban of the last remaining form of asbestos used in the United States. This move, described by the government agency as a "major milestone," addresses the longstanding concerns surrounding asbestos exposure and its association with various types of cancer.

The ban specifically targets a type of asbestos commonly used in car parts, which has been linked to serious health risks, including lung cancer and mesothelioma—a rare cancer affecting the lining of internal organs. The EPA's decision to. . .