Asbestos was a popular building material in the UK until the 1990s, when its health risks became widely known. Asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) can be found in many buildings constructed before 2000, including homes, offices, schools, hospitals, and industrial sites. When disturbed or damaged, ACMs can release microscopic fibers into the air, which, if inhaled, can cause serious lung diseases, including mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis. The risk of asbestos exposure is higher in East Gomeldon due to its proximity to Salisbury, which had an active asbestos industry in the past.