A large part of our water supply networks throughout the country remains consisting of pipes made of asbestos, known as asbestos pipes, a material that has been designated carcinogen and has been banned from the 80s. Especially in cities and regions where the urban form and redevelopment hamper the replacement of network. Greece was one of the largest producers countries of asbestos, until the mining ban few years ago.
However, exposure to carcinogenic effects of asbestos not only arises from the use of water transport. The most dangerous fact is the frequent damage to the piping network which release toxic asbestos fibers in water and air. When the micro fibers enter the alveolus of lungs can not be metabolized and are almost impossible to eliminate.
The use of asbestos piping needs immediate replacement, which must be done carefully and without dismantling, because by their deterioration will escape asbestos in the atmosphere, in the ground or water.
The use of water filters preventing and protecting you and your family, shielding your everyday water from unwanted exposure to asbestos.