concept   asbestos
culture   Japan
statement   Japan has strict regulations and limited presence of asbestos in construction materials compared to the US and UK.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 asbestos Japan Asbestos use was relatively limited, and its health risks were recognized earlier, leading to strict regulations and minimal presence in construction and insulation materials. 1
2 asbestosis Japan Asbestosis is less commonly recognized as an occupational disease, and there may be less awareness about its health risks compared to the US and UK. 1