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BACKGROUND: This study examined causes of deaths among unionized plumbers, pipefitters and allied trades. METHODS: Deaths of union members from the years 1971, 1979, 1987, and 1995 were selected as a representative sample from a computer file provided by the union. These years provided 15,411 deaths for proportionate mortality ratio (PMR) analysis. RESULTS: PMRs for lung cancer and asbestosis were significantly elevated compared to U.S. white males. PMRs for chronic disease of the endocardium and cardiomyopathy were also elevated. Elevations were not observed in other a priori causes: laryngeal cancer, lymphatic cancer, and neurological disorders. PMRs for transportation accidents for pipe/steam-fitters were elevated in 1971 and 1979, but not in 1987 or 1995. CONCLUSION: Despite the limitations of a PMR analysis, study results indicate mortality related to asbestos exposure is, and will continue to be, an area of concern for members of the union.
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Causas de Morte , Metalurgia , Doenças Profissionais/mortalidade , Exposição Ocupacional , Adulto , Asbestose/mortalidade , Doenças Cardiovasculares/mortalidade , Causalidade , Bases de Dados Factuais , Neoplasias Hematológicas/mortalidade , Humanos , Sindicatos , Neoplasias Pulmonares/mortalidade , Masculino , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Saúde Ocupacional , Estudos Retrospectivos , Análise de Sobrevida , Estados Unidos/epidemiologia , Adulto JovemRESUMO
A educative document from the U.S. Department for Health and Human Services. It describes early intervention practices to reduce and prevent injuries in farm industry. The document offers simple practical solutions to common farm injuries. The ideas introduced can me adapted to many farming situations. Document in PDF format; Acrobat Reader required.
