In comparison to the affects of Agent Orange used during the Vietnam War, how serious is asbestos exposure?

 

Agent Orange caused such a broad range of diseases that included cancer, while asbestos exposure causes a smaller range of diseases and cancers. However, it doesn't lessen the devastating effects that asbestos has on the body because mesothelioma is incurable. Agent Orange is an herbicide that was used during the Vietnam War to remove leaves from trees in order to expose the enemy. Agent Orange was used for about 10 years. Asbestos has been in use for decades and its use was not limited solely to the military during wartime, but was also used in homes, schools and many other locations on a daily basis. Both Agent Orange and asbestos exposure have had serious health consequences on so many people.