Historical Asbestos Exposures in South American Countries

Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Convention Center 

Due to the latency periods associated with asbestos-related malignancies, it is important for risk assessment professionals to evaluate a person's potential for asbestos exposures throughout their life, including time spent living in other countries. Bolivia is one of three countries in South America that do not apply restrictions to the use of asbestos; and it has historically been a source of mined asbestos, notably crocidolite, or "blue," asbestos. However, a source of information and data are lacking on the situation in Bolivia, including mesothelioma rates, locations of mines, and uses of asbestos. This poster summarizes the potential for environmental and industrial exposure to asbestos and the current knowledge of asbestos use and regulations in Bolivia.

Shannon Meyler, Jen Ellis, Mike Holton, Evan Anderson, Stephanie Stavropoulos 

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Asbestos, lead, and dust

Exposure Assessment

Risk assessment and management