The Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County will leave a building with asbestos in it and move to a new clubhouse, according to reports.

Many old buildings were built with asbestos as insulation. Even though asbestos has been linked to numerous health problems, it is regarded safe in buildings as long as it is untouched. Still, asbestos abatement is often preferred.

According to this article, the new building will be "green," or environmentally friendly.

Asbestos has been linked to mesothelioma, a rare and often deadly form of cancer. Asbestos fibers can easily be released into the air and even brief exposure is considered dangerous. If you or a loved one has been exposed to asbestos, you should seek medical attention and consult a personal injury lawyer with experience with asbestos cases. LegalView can help provide a referral to such lawyers.