Once upon a time, chrysotile or white asbestos was believed to be safer than other types of asbestos. Earlier scientific studies supported by asbestos lobbyists believe that white asbestos is less hazardous. But a new study indicates otherwise. Richard Kradin, MD, of the Massachusetts General Hospital studied 62 people with peritoneal mesothelioma and found out that one-fourth … [Read more...] about 5 Things You Need to Know About White Asbestos