Center for Asbestos Related Disease Wizard for the General Public

What is Libby Amphibole Asbestos

CARD

214 E. 3rd Street

Libby, MT 59923

Phone: (406) 293-9274

Fax: (406) 293-9280

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General Public

Should I be concerned about being exposed to Asbestos?
1. Did you live in Libby, Montana prior to 2000?
  1. Yes
    1. You can read the “Exposure in Libby, Montana” page to learn more about asbestos exposure pathways in Libby.
    2. You can request exposure questionnaire forms by clicking here to contact CARD.
  2. No
    1. Contaminated Libby vermiculite was shipped across the nation. You can read more about this on “Exposure Across the Nation.”
    2. There are many commercial products that contain contaminated Libby Vermiculite, some made by W.R. Grace but it was also used by many other companies. You can find out more about Grace’s products by going to their Grace Bankruptcy Information Site.
Based on my asbestos exposure, do I need to be screened?
1. In making this decision,
  1. The most important factor to consider is the extent of your past asbestos exposure.
  2. The second factor to also take into consideration is if you are experiencing any respiratory symptoms?
  3. A third factor to consider is if you have a family history of asbestos related disease or lung related cancers.
  4. If you would like assistance in determining if you should be screened, click here to contact CARD