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The new asbestos scandal? The luxury kitchen crisis killing young workers
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May 10, 2026
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12:53Now PlayingYoung workers producing luxury kitchens are dying from a disease you’ve probably never heard of - and experts warn it could be the new asbestos scandal.
Quartz worktops are everywhere on home renovation social media accounts but behind these glitzy makeovers is a hidden shame, an incurable lung disease affecting workers in their 20s, 30s and 40s.
As cases explode around the world, many are calling for a UK ban to save young lives being lost and avoid a new asbestos crisis.
If you've been affected by this story and want to talk to someone, you can call the Samaritans free on 116 123 or visit samaritans.org.
#health #asbestos #disease
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