Absence of respiratory effects in subject exposed to low concentrations of TDI and MDI

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107 workers from a polyurethane plastic manufacturing plant were tested over a 5-year period for respiratory function. Toluene diisocyanate (TDI) diphenyl methane isocyanate (MDI) concentrations were monitored so that accurate data could be maintained on the workers exposure. The research suggests that it is possible to control isocyanates to a degree that eliminates their adverse effects.

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A new model for employer-provided health education programs

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International Business Machines Corp. has developed a cost effective plan that provides new approaches to employee health education programs. The company has used YMCA and other community organizations to help with facilities and health expertise. It is felt that this presents a good low-cost model for employee preventive health programs.

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Lung cancer in a steel foundry: a search for causation

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The environment in steel foundries was studied to determine the causes of lung cancer. Mutagenic levels were higher in the foundries than in urban air. It is felt that avoiding smoking, reducing particulate and usage of particulate respirators are all measures that should be considered until the risk is fully understood.

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