Smoking is the most common cause of lung cancer but it’s not the only cause. Asbestos cancer is also a prevalent form and results from breathing in asbestos. That’s why it is so very important to be wearing the proper breathing apparatus when dealing with the substance. Sometimes people who know that asbestos can cause cancer don’t know where it occurs in the home. It can be in insulation, in your ceiling and even in your tiles. Always use caution when removing these items from the home and know that even if it costs more now, it’s far better than the possibility of a death sentence later.