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THE family of a Leeds woman who died from asbestos-related cancer is searching for information about her employment with Leeds County Council.
Sheila Dobson died aged 59 in October last year after she was diagnosed with mesothelioma, a cancer of the lining of the lung.
Mesothelioma is caused by exposure to asbestos and there is no cure. Death often occurs with 18 months of diagnosis.
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Mrs Dobson, who left behind her second husband, three children and four grandchildren, is believed to have been exposed to asbestos when she worked as an office junior for Leeds Education Department Youth Employment Office.
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She worked in the Old Education Building on Great George Street from 1967 until 1971.
Mrs Dobson was diagnosed with mesothelioma in July last after suffering from pneumonia. She died just a few months later. Her family is pursuing compensation.
They are asking anyone who worked for the Youth Employment Office in Leeds from 1967 to 1971 to come forward.
They are particularly interested in information about any building work or renovations carried out at the Great George Street premises between 1967 and 1971.
Mrs Dobson's son, Ian Ellis said: "My mum's diagnosis came as a huge shock to her.
"She was always very active. Her battle with asbestos cancer was very painful and distressing. It means a great deal to the family to find out more about how she was exposed to asbestos."
Marion Voss of Thompsons solicitors said: "In order to build up an accurate picture of Mrs Dobson's exposure to asbestos it is important we speak to anyone who can recall working in the Old Education Building on Great George Street between 1967 and 1971."
* Contact Marion Voss on 0113 205 6300.
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