Journal Top Ten - Columns-Asbestos - October 2003

1 TITLE: 'Exposing the 'Myth' of ABC, 'Anything but Chrysotile': A Critique of the Canadian Asbestos Mining Industry and McGill University Chrysotile Studies'

SUMMARY: The study evaluates both published and unpublished studies funded by the Quebec Asbestos Mining Association, which the authors claim put forth several myths stating that Quebec-mined chrysotile is harmless. The researchers conclude that these studies were used to promote the marketing and sales of asbestos and have a continuing impact on policy and occupational health litigation. The study also states that the Canadian government and asbestos manufacturing companies use the false …