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Yes, Fiber glass insulation can cause cancer if you are exposed to it over a long period of time. About 2 years incubation time is hypothesized. This is only when your insulation is completely exposed. Most people cover it with drywall. If you are looking for a cheap way to do it, the best way is to use trash bags. Working with Insulation I have encountered many people looking for a cheap way to insulate without causing problems. But yes, Fiber Glass can cause cancer. It isn't a certain ordeal though. The ratio is about 10:1. For every ten people who are exposed to Fiber glass for a period of two years one will contract cancer.
If you are trying to cover it with trash bags make sure it is air tight. That should protect your ventilation systems enough.
hmmm 10% of people.... Where do you get your information from ? I work in a facility that makes fiberglass and works with it in a daily basis. We are supposed to use N95 masks however most vets don't I know 10 people who have been working there 20 + years and don't have cancer. We have had OSHA in there twice in the past 10 years and to test air quality and they said that it was fine.
Where do you get your information from ? where do you get two years from ?
***the first answer seems to be plucked from the sky. A quick internet search will show you that with hundreds of studies over the last 70 years there is no evidence that it will cause cancer...so where one in ten comes from who knows!? Are they confusing it with Asbestos, that will cause cancer indeed! Fiber glass is classified as a mild irritant to the lungs which is why you should wear a mask if installing it***
What else can I help you with?
What brand of roof insulation is the best?
Fiber glass insulation should work just fine. Just be sure to use proper protection as it can cause damaged to the body. There are some store that sell this insulation such as home depot
Is serpentine used as an insulator?
Serpentine used to be used as insulation, but it was discovered to cause lung cancer.
What would cause fiberglass steps bleed or leak?
The fiber glass wasn't coated properly when it was manufactured
How does not eating enough fiber of roughage harm us?
Fiber is necessary for good health. Not eating enough will first cause constipation, which is very uncomfortable, and may even contribute to increased chances of colon cancer.
What is the downside to asbestos insulation?
Asbestos insulation poses serious health risks when disturbed, as it can release tiny asbestos fibers into the air that can be inhaled and cause lung diseases such as asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma. Removal and disposal of asbestos insulation is costly and requires specialized professionals due to its hazardous nature.
Does powerade cause cancer?
No, Powerade does not cause cancer.
Can a black freckle cause cancer?
no it cannot cause a cancer
What is the cause of carcinoma cancer?
what is the major cause of carcinoma cancer
Do do spicy foods cause cancer?
No they don't cause cancer.
It is clear that exposure to white asbestos causes cancer among non-smoking asbestos workers?
Not sure what you mean by white asbestos but you are probably referring to chrysotile which is a curly rock fiber that has not been shown to cause lung cancer but does cause asbestosis which is just as deadly and horrible. Amphibole or straight fibered asbestos is the type attributable to mesothelioma which is a small cell lung cancer. There are reports that straight fiber asbestos can also be attributed to stomach and intestinal cancers if enough has been ingested.
Can speeches cause cancer?
No, talking cannot cause cancer. yes it can cause all types of cancer and Brad is awsome
Do ultrasound devices cause cancer?
No, these devices do not cause cancer or they would not be used in hospitals. They can detect cancer and are also used on pregnancy so they do not cause cancer!
