List of Occupational Diseases Released
A list put out by Haz-Map outlines many different occupational diseases and the agents that cause them. The illnesses fall under the categories of airway diseases, skin diseases, interstitial lung diseases, metal poisoning, and illnesses that can be caused by inhalation or dermal absorption. The list is useful in learning more about the wide variety of occupational diseases and what can be done to prevent them and protect those who might fall victim to dangerous work conditions.
Chronic bronchitis, skin cancer, chronic beryllium disease, and bladder cancer are just a few of the diseases that can be caused at work. It is important to recognize environmental risk factors because frequently people assume that they simply are genetically predisposed to contracting these illnesses.
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