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Agent Orange exposure may increase skin cancer risk among Vietnam vets: study

February 5, 2014

Houston – Vietnam War veterans who were exposed to the herbicide Agent Orange may have an increased risk of developing skin cancer, according to a new study from researchers at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

OSHA uses webchat to outline proposed silica rule requirements

January 14, 2014

Washington – OSHA’s current rule on silica is based on obsolete analytical data, and exposure at the current permissible exposure limit results in “significant risks of death” from cancer and other diseases, the agency said during a Jan. 14 webchat that discussed proposed updates to the rule.

Study of former IBM plant shows no conclusive link between exposures and cancer

January 8, 2014

Washington – Results of a NIOSH study of workers at a former IBM plant could not establish a definitive link between chemical exposures and cancer risk.

More focus needed on preventing silica-related illnesses: report

December 23, 2013

Atlanta – Stronger regulations and early-detection efforts are necessary to prevent and diagnose occupational lung illnesses related to silica exposure, according to a new research review from Emory University and the American Cancer Society.

EPA: Outdated lights in schools may be leaking toxic chemical

December 13, 2013

New York – As part of an effort to reduce potential exposure to a toxic chemical found in some older fluorescent light ballasts in schools, the Environmental Protection Agency has issued guidance on the proper maintenance and management of the ballasts.

NIOSH seeks to update carcinogen policy

November 18, 2013

Washington – NIOSH is seeking comment on a draft update to the agency’s carcinogen policy.

Secondhand smoke still an issue in certain industries: study

November 5, 2013

Boston – Despite an overall drop in secondhand smoke exposure in the workplace, workers in industries such as installation and repair, construction, and transportation remain at high risk, concludes a study from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.