Occupational Allergies
2011
Occupational Allergies
Editorial
Author Information
Author(s): Gordon Sussman, Donald Beezhold
Primary Institution: University of Toronto
Hypothesis
Identifying allergens and understanding their immunological mechanisms is critical to reducing morbidity and mortality associated with occupational allergies.
Conclusion
Improving knowledge of occupational allergies can help employers minimize or eliminate employee exposure to potential allergens.
Supporting Evidence
- Occupational immune diseases are emerging illnesses affecting workers.
- Contact dermatitis is the second most commonly reported occupational illness.
- Occupational rhinitis prevalence rates vary between 5% and 65% by occupation.
- 15% of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma cases are work-related.
Takeaway
Occupational allergies can make people sick from things they encounter at work, and knowing what causes these allergies can help keep workers safe.
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