A Co Down family have joined calls for greater understanding of the risks of asbestos after their mum was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer earlier this year.
The Johnston family from Bangor say the disease needs to be highlighted to raise awareness of its symptoms, the impact on family and ultimately the suffering of those living with it.
Monica Johnston worked as a nurse for almost 46 years and was unknowingly affected by asbestos while working in an old Victorian building in Belfast.
