How common is mesothelioma?
Mesothelioma is a rare type of cancer but it is affecting more people.
Australia has one of the highest rates of mesothelioma in the world.
This is related to the high rate of asbestos use in mining,
construction, manufacturing and home renovations over many years. In
2007 (the most recent data available), nearly 600 people were diagnosed
with mesothelioma in Australia. Of these new cases, 81% were men.
In Victoria about 160 people are diagnosed each year. These figures are
likely to change. Experts believe the number of people diagnosed with
asbestos-related diseases will not peak until 2020. Since 1980 there
have been about 13,000 new cases of mesothelioma in Australia.
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