Pulmonary Functions and Oxidative Stress Biomarkers Among Silica-Exposed Foundry Workers
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DOI: 10.1097/jom.0000000000002815
Abstract: This work showed that radiological abnormalities and reduction in ventilatory functions among silica-exposed workers was mediated through oxidative stress, evidenced by increased serum MDA level, indicating lipid peroxidation, and increased serum 8-HdG indicating oxidative DNA… read more here.
Keywords: serum; oxidative stress; among silica; stress biomarkers ... See more keywords
Tuberculosis Screening in Silica-Exposed Workers : Developing a Tool for Health Care Providers.
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DOI: 10.1177/00333549211041584
Abstract: Both the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and Washington State require safety and health protections for workers exposed to respirable crystalline silica, including tuberculosis (TB) screening as part of occupational medical surveillance. We describe the… read more here.
Keywords: health care; exposed workers; tool; tuberculosis screening ... See more keywords