MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health' source. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 15:40:42 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3369245&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F371417167g283171%2F Conclusions  This study shows that urinary Br(−) and AcPrCys are useful biomarkers of workers’ 1-BP exposures using analyses sensitive enough to measure low exposure jobs. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0524-4Authors Kevin William Hanley, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Cincinnati OH USAMartin R. Petersen, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Cincinnati OH USAKenneth L. Cheever, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Cincinnati OH USALian Luo, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Cincinnati OH USA Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of O... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3369245 Sun, 14 Mar 2010 12:26:17 +0100 3369245 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3361694&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy5431305543740h4%2F Conclusions  These results support the hypothesis that inhalation of bioaerosols, even at low concentrations, has a subclinical effect on the lung–blood barrier, the permeability of which increases without associated spirometric changes. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0525-3Authors R. Daneshzadeh Tabrizi, University of Zurich, Med. Poliklinik USZ Occupational and Environmental Medicine Unit Rämistrasse 100 8091 Zurich SwitzerlandA. Bernard, Catholic University of Louvain Unit of Toxicology Brussels BelgiumA. M. Thommen, University of Zurich, Med. Poliklinik USZ Occupational and Environmental Medicine Unit Rämistrasse 100 8091 Zurich SwitzerlandF. De Winter, Catholic University of Louvain Unit of Toxicology Brussels Belg... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3361694 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 02:40:18 +0100 3361694 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3337488&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F27475543822t7177%2F Conclusions  This biomonitoring study of blood heavy metals in the Korean general population as part of KNHANES III provides important reference data stratified by demographic and lifestyle factors that will be useful for the ongoing surveillance of environmental exposure of the Korean general population to heavy metals. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0522-6Authors Nam-Soo Kim, Soonchunhyang University Institute of Environmental and Occupational Medicine, College of Medicine 646 Eupnae-ri, Shinchang-myun, Asan Choongnam 336-745 KoreaByung-Kook Lee, Soonchunhyang University Institute of Environmental and Occupational Medicine, College of Medicine 646 Eupnae-ri, Shinchang-myun, Asan Choongnam 336-745 Korea Journal Int... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3337488 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 08:50:43 +0100 3337488 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3315830&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl614u3l218250466%2F Conclusions  Although self-selection cannot be ruled out as a contributing factor to the reduction in mortality risk among attendees, our findings indicate that offering health promotion activities in the context of an existing occupational health program may benefit overall employee health. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0521-7Authors M. Gerald Ott, BASF Corporation Corporate Medical Department Florham Park NJ USAM. Yong, BASF Societas Europaea Occupational Medical and Health Protection Department Ludwigshafen GermanyA. Zober, BASF Societas Europaea Occupational Medical and Health Protection Department Ludwigshafen GermanyM. Nasterlack, BASF Societas Europaea Occupational Medical and Health Protection Department Ludwigsha... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3315830 Thu, 25 Feb 2010 20:29:04 +0100 3315830 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3270840&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk465133t3783252m%2F Conclusion  Workers exposed to DMF with higher urine AMCC levels were more likely to develop liver diseases. In addition, SBA and HA have the potential to act as early indicators of toxic hepatic fibrosis activities for occupational health surveillance. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0520-8Authors Jun He, Center for Disease Control and Prevention 213003 Changzhou Jiangsu People’s Republic of ChinaPei Wang, Center for Disease Control and Prevention 213003 Changzhou Jiangsu People’s Republic of ChinaJian-quan Zhu, Center for Disease Control and Prevention 213003 Changzhou Jiangsu People’s Republic of ChinaGang Wu, Center for Disease Control and Prevention 213003 Changzhou Jiangsu People’s Republic of ChinaJun-min Ji, Ce... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3270840 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 07:08:32 +0100 3270840 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3270841&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fjp8ug5p47kv66qp5%2F Conclusions  The FFstair-climb can be used in the Workers’ Health Surveillance of fire fighters as a reproducible instrument, with good content validity. Testing criterion validity in future research would be an appropriate next step. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0518-2Authors Marie-Christine J. Plat, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam Coronel Institute of Occupational Health P.O. Box 22700 1100 DE Amsterdam The NetherlandsMonique H. W. Frings-Dresen, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam Coronel Institute of Occupational Health P.O. Box 22700 1100 DE Amsterdam The NetherlandsJudith K. Sluiter, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam Coronel Institute of Occupational Health P.O. Box 22700... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3270841 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 11:47:56 +0100 3270841 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3270842&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F2g26q67812284731%2F Conclusions  These results do not allow dismissing a possible influence of IR on cancer risk in this population. The cohort is still relatively young and therefore confidence intervals for estimated relative risks remain wide, although they have considerably narrowed since a previous analysis. Chance is a possible explanation for the association between IR and cerebrovascular mortality, due to the low number of cases on which it is based. These results thus need to be stabilized by conducting joint analyses with similar cohorts. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0509-3Authors Olivier Laurent, Institut de Radioprotection et de Sûreté Nucléaire Laboratoire d’Epidémiologie BP 17 92262 Fontenay-aux-Roses FranceCamille Metz-... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3270842 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 11:47:55 +0100 3270842 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3265801&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fjh5wm268v0450120%2F Conclusion  Our finding of an association between metabolic activity and the observed cellular reaction to low intensity RF-EME may reconcile conflicting results of previous studies. We further postulate that the observed increased protein synthesis reflects an increased rate of protein turnover stemming from protein folding problems caused by the interference of radio-frequency electromagnetic fields with hydrogen bonds. Our observations do not directly imply a health risk. However, vis-a-vis a synopsis of reports on cells stress and DNA breaks, after short and longer exposure, on active and inactive cells, our findings may contribute to the re-evaluation of previous reports. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0513-7Authors ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3265801 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:35:58 +0100 3265801 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3265803&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F01p4721842204g18%2F Conclusion  Influences of LAeq and number of noise events on daytime performance were small but consistent and significant, stressing the potential public health impact of nocturnal noise exposure. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0515-5Authors Eva-Maria Elmenhorst, DLR-German Aerospace Centre, Institute of Aerospace Medicine Linder Hoehe 51170 Cologne GermanyDavid Elmenhorst, Research Center Juelich, Institute For Neurosciences and Medicine INM-2 Leo-Brandt-Straße 52428 Juelich GermanyJuergen Wenzel, DLR-German Aerospace Centre, Institute of Aerospace Medicine Linder Hoehe 51170 Cologne GermanyJulia Quehl, DLR-German Aerospace Centre, Institute of Aerospace Medicine Linder Hoehe 51170 Cologne GermanyUwe Mueller, DLR-German Ae... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3265803 Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:04 +0100 3265803 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3265802&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F841512w7370637v6%2F Conclusion  In studies investigating “sick buildings” contextual factors may be important. Multilevel analyses should be used in future research within workplaces where clustering could be expected. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0511-9Authors Charlotte Brauer, Copenhagen University Hospital Department of Occupational Medicine Glostrup DenmarkSigurd Mikkelsen, Copenhagen University Hospital Department of Occupational Medicine Glostrup Denmark Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3265802 Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:29:04 +0100 3265802 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3242602&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F6422158h52412342%2F Conclusions  A slightly increased risk of spontaneous abortion among hairdressers was found, mainly associated with perceived work-related stress. Observed results deserve further research. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0517-3Authors Elena Ronda, University of Alicante Public Health Research Group Carretera San Vicente del Raspeig s/n 03690 Alicante SpainBente E. Moen, University of Bergen Department of Public Health and Primary Health Care, Occupational and Environmental Medicine Bergen NorwayAna M. García, Occupational Health Research Centre (CiSAL) Barcelona SpainJosé Sánchez-Paya, Preventive Medicine Service, Alicante General Hospital Alicante SpainValborg Baste, University of Bergen Department of Public Health and Pr... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3242602 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:55:52 +0100 3242602 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3242603&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fw173mh2871513p7p%2F Conclusion  Inhabitants in the formerly polluted area still had high cadmium accumulations and showed a characteristic natural history of chronic cadmium toxicity, indicating that the risk remains for developing nephropathy or itai-itai disease in the future. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0510-xAuthors Hyogo Horiguchi, Jichi Medical University Division of Environmental Medicine, Center for Community Medicine 3311-1 Yakushiji Shimotsuke, Tochigi 329-0498 JapanKeiko Aoshima, Hagino Hospital 315-1 Haginoshima, Fuchu-machi Toyama 939-2723 JapanEtsuko Oguma, Jichi Medical University Division of Environmental Medicine, Center for Community Medicine 3311-1 Yakushiji Shimotsuke, Tochigi 329-0498 JapanSatoshi Sasaki, The University o... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3242603 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:55:51 +0100 3242603 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3242605&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc42nh24448518150%2F Conclusions  Total service time per month was longer for OPs in the Netherlands than OPs in Japan. Japanese OPs spent more hours for health and safety meetings, worksite rounds, and prevention of overwork-induced ill health (14–16% each). Dutch OPs used much more hours for the guidance of absent workers (48%). Thus, service conditions were not the same for OPs in the two countries. Nevertheless, both groups of OPs unanimously considered that employers are the key persons for the improvement of OHS especially in SSEs and their education is important for better OHS. The conclusions should be taken as preliminary, however, due to study limitations including low response rates in both groups of physicians. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3242605 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:55:49 +0100 3242605 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3242604&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl006511774015842%2F Conclusion  It has been shown that welding-associated long-term and short-term health effects could be detected in a population of welders. The results also showed that using personal protection equipment is of high importance and H2O2 may be an effect marker associated with smoking rather than with welding fumes, while nitrate in EBC seems to be sensitive to welding fume exposure. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0516-4Authors Monika Gube, RWTH Aachen University Institute for Occupational and Social Medicine, Medical Faculty Pauwelsstraße 30 52074 Aachen GermanyJoachim Ebel, RWTH Aachen University Institute for Occupational and Social Medicine, Medical Faculty Pauwelsstraße 30 52074 Aachen GermanyPeter Brand, RWTH Aachen Un... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3242604 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:55:49 +0100 3242604 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3242606&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk01p138x680v2j34%2F Conclusions  The limited number of studies in this review suggests that illness perceptions play a role in the work participation of patients with somatic diseases or complaints, although it is not clear how strong this relationship is and which illness perception dimensions are most useful. Identifying individuals with maladaptive illness perceptions and targeting interventions toward changing these perceptions are promising developments in improving work participation. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Review ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0506-6Authors J. L. Hoving, University of Amsterdam Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Research Center for Insurance Medicine, Academic Medical Center P.O. Box 22660 1100 Amsterdam The NetherlandsM. van der Meer, Universi... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3242606 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:55:48 +0100 3242606 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3242607&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj11257744n876415%2F Conclusions  Exposure to damp and moldy workplaces can induce new-onset adult asthma. IgE mediation is a rare mechanism, whereas other mechanisms are unknown. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0507-5Authors Kirsi Karvala, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health (FIOH) Occupational Medicine Team Topeliuksenkatu 41 a A 00250 Helsinki FinlandElina Toskala, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health Control of Hypersensitivity Diseases Team Helsinki FinlandRitva Luukkonen, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health Statistical Services Team Helsinki FinlandSanna Lappalainen, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health Good Indoor Environment Theme Helsinki FinlandJukka Uitti, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health Occupational Medicine ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3242607 Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:48:13 +0100 3242607 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3234559&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp16623r344528r82%2F Conclusions  This preliminary analysis of the reliability and validity of the Italian version of the ERI Questionnaire reveals that it constitutes a useful and reliable measure to analyse work-related stress with respect to the school setting. The validity of the ERI model to describe the dimensions involved in teacher’s stress and to highlight those associated to leaving intentions and to several physical and psychological strain outcomes in Italian school teachers has been confirmed. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0512-8Authors Maria Clelia Zurlo, University of Naples “Federico II” Department of Relational Sciences Via Porta di Massa n.1 80133 Naples ItalyDaniela Pes, University of Naples “Federico II” Departmen... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3234559 Mon, 01 Feb 2010 18:02:47 +0100 3234559 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3230431&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fa73p43673444l524%2F Conclusions  Most Chinese doctors probably have depressive symptoms. Role insufficiency, doctor–patient relationship, and rational coping seemed to be crucial in relation to depressive symptoms. Efficient interventions such as taking further education course, improving communications with patients, and improving the ability of rational coping should be considered by health administrators aiming at improving the quality of Chinese doctors’ mental health from the view point of depressive symptoms. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0508-4Authors Jia-Na Wang, China Medical University Department of Social Medicine, School of Public Health No. 92 Beier Road Heping District, Shenyang 110001 Liaoning People’s Republic of ChinaWe... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3230431 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 12:15:26 +0100 3230431 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3155423&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F2r8436217394x576%2F Conclusions  This study demonstrates how the perceptions of deployment, in terms of rewarding and unrewarding aspects, are shaped by Service characteristics, mental health and operation deployed to. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0504-8Authors Josefin Sundin, King’s College London Academic Centre for Defence Mental Health, Department of Psychological Medicine, Institute of Psychiatry, Weston Education Centre 10 Cutcombe Road London SE5 9RJ UKNicola T. Fear, King’s College London Academic Centre for Defence Mental Health, Department of Psychological Medicine, Institute of Psychiatry, Weston Education Centre 10 Cutcombe Road London SE5 9RJ UKLisa Hull, King’s College London King’s Centre for Military Health Research, De... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3155423 Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:58:30 +0100 3155423 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3141476&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F0414040245044q75%2F Conclusions  The findings suggest that silica exposure may be a significant risk factor for developing SSc and specifically in males. Further observational studies examining the role of occupational silica exposure in the context of other risk factors are needed. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0505-7Authors Zachary D. McCormic, University of Toledo College of Medicine 3120 Glendale Ave Toledo OH 43614 USASura S. Khuder, University of Toledo College of Arts & Sciences Toledo OH USABishwa K. Aryal, University of Toledo College of Medicine 3120 Glendale Ave Toledo OH 43614 USAApril L. Ames, University of Toledo College of Arts & Sciences Toledo OH USASadik A. Khuder, University of Toledo College of Medicine 3120 Glendale Ave Tol... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3141476 Sat, 02 Jan 2010 16:53:51 +0100 3141476 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3132779&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F622xu66318258427%2F Conclusion  The adjusted multifactorial analysis identified occupations yet unknown to be associated with elevated thiuram contact allergy risk, e.g., food processors and cleaners. Thus, (i) further in-depth research can be targeted and (ii) efforts to prevent sensitisation to thiurams focussed, e.g., by limiting thiuram concentrations in products to a residual level which is technically inevitable. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0503-9Authors Wolfgang Uter, University of Erlangen/Nürnberg Department of Medical Informatics, Biometry and Epidemiology Waldstr. 6 91054 Erlangen GermanyJanice Hegewald, University of Erlangen/Nürnberg Department of Medical Informatics, Biometry and Epidemiology Waldstr. 6 91054 Erlangen German... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3132779 Tue, 29 Dec 2009 17:56:06 +0100 3132779 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3128320&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fh144611315p501gp%2F Conclusions  Most of work stressors considered are associated with psychiatric symptoms. Prevention should target the most frequent stressors with high association to symptoms. Complaints of police officers about stressors should receive proper consideration by the management of public administration. Such complaints might be the expression of psychiatric caseness requiring medical assistance. Particular attention should be given to police officers complaining about many stressors identified in this study’s multiple model. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0500-zAuthors Marc Arial, Lausanne University and Geneva University Institute for Work and Health Bugnon 21 CH-1011 Lausanne SwitzerlandViviane Gonik, Lausanne University... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3128320 Mon, 28 Dec 2009 19:14:43 +0100 3128320 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3123229&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc3tw037w71813225%2F Conclusions  Our study does not support an association between asbestos exposure and risk of malignant lymphoma. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0502-xAuthors Andreas Seidler, Federal Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (BAuA) Nöldnerstr. 40-42 10317 Berlin GermanyNikolaus Becker, Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) Division of Cancer Epidemiology Heidelberg GermanyAlexandra Nieters, Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) Division of Cancer Epidemiology Heidelberg GermanyRolf Arhelger, University of Gießen Institute of Occupational and Social Medicine Giessen GermanyBirte Mester, Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University Institute of Occupational Medicine Frankfurt/Main GermanyKarin Rossnagel, Federal Institute of Occupational Safety and He... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3123229 Fri, 25 Dec 2009 00:18:46 +0100 3123229 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3123230&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F4q9jx6hu4h306062%2F Conclusion  We conclude that nurses in general and psychiatric hospitals had high risk of assaults. Worksite assaults caused nurses to feel threatened, and such an effect was likely to cause increased job stress and decreased quality of life. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0501-yAuthors Judith Shu-Chu Shiao, National Taiwan University (NTU) & NTU Hospital Department of Nursing, College of Medicine Taipei TaiwanYuntin Tseng, National Cheng Kung University Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, College of Medicine Tainan TaiwanYueh-Tzu Hsieh, Chang Hwa University of Medical Technology Department of Nursing Tainan County TaiwanJui-Yeh Hou, Chang Hwa University of Medical Technology Department of Nursing Tainan Coun... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3123230 Fri, 25 Dec 2009 00:18:45 +0100 3123230 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3088236&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fw25r8n182030945q%2F Conclusions  Recovered workers in the workplace tended to show the depressive HRV feature that is the dominant sympathetic activity compared with the healthy workers. They might still be showing job stress that was not detected by the checklist. HRV analyses by APG in addition to questionnaire has the potential to become an effective approach for assessing workers’ job stress to prevent repeated absences. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0499-1Authors Mikio Takada, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences Department of Occupational and Environmental Health 1 Kawasumi, Mizuho-cho, Mizuho-ku Nagoya Aichi 467-8601 JapanTakeshi Ebara, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences Department of Occ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3088236 Sat, 12 Dec 2009 14:16:42 +0100 3088236 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3088237&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F686x420555422653%2F Conclusions  As a result of the present study, it cannot be confirmed that there is a causal connection between shift work and upper or unspecific gastrointestinal complaints or gastritis or peptic ulcer in dependency of a H. pylori colonization. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0495-5Authors Anke van Mark, University of Lübeck Institute of Occupational Medicine Ratzeburger Allee 160 23538 Lübeck GermanyMichael Spallek, European Research Society for Environment and Health in Transportation (EUGT) e. V. 14195 Berlin GermanyDavid A. Groneberg, Free University and Humboldt-University Institute of Occupational Medicine, Charité—Universitätsmedizin Berlin 14195 Berlin GermanyRichard Kessel, University of Lübeck Institute of O... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3088237 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 06:52:24 +0100 3088237 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3081652&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fu7l124025718214q%2F Conclusions  This cross-sectional study did not provide consistent evidence for an association between environmental lead exposure and depression within the investigated blood lead levels. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0497-3Authors Natalia I. Golub, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry Department of Community and Preventive Medicine 601 Elmwood Avenue Box 644 Rochester NY 14642 USAPaul C. Winters, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry Department of Family Medicine 1381 South Avenue Rochester NY 14620 USAEdwin van Wijngaarden, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry Department of Community and Preventive Medicine 601 Elmwood Avenue Box 644 Rochester NY 14642 USA ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3081652 Sun, 06 Dec 2009 00:50:34 +0100 3081652 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3066002&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F725g041468043762%2F Conclusions  Arseniasis prevalence in this unique exposure case was impacted by an array of multiple factors. Besides a long-term indoor exposure to As, the ethnicity or the clan consanguinity of exposed subjects may play an important role, too. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0494-6Authors Guo-Fang Lin, Chinese Academy of Sciences Shanghai Institutes for Biological Sciences, Institute of Plant Physiology and Ecology 200032 Shanghai ChinaHong Meng, Second Military Medical University Department of Health Statistics 200433 Shanghai ChinaHui Du, Prefecture Center for Disease Prevention and Control of Southwest Guizhou Buyi and Miao Ethnic Autonomous Prefecture 562400 Xingyi Guizhou ChinaHong-Chao Lu, Prefecture Center for Disease... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3066002 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 21:14:55 +0100 3066002 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3066003&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fe0816876837686n2%2F Conclusions  Since measured vibrations in the support and throttle handles are significantly differed, measurements should be taken at both locations. Factors influencing vibration variability include the presence/absence of an auto balance unit, wheel and operator, but other factors remain to be elucidated. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0498-2Authors I. Liljelind, Umeå University Department of Public Health and Clinical Medicine, Occupational and Environmental Medicine 901 87 Umeå SwedenJ. Wahlström, Umeå University Hospital Occupational and Environmental Medicine 901 85 Umeå SwedenL. Nilsson, Umeå University Department of Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics 901 87 Umeå SwedenM. Persson, Atlas Copco Tools AB Swe... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3066003 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 21:14:53 +0100 3066003 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3066004&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F45601r526pp31587%2F Conclusions  While NFR increased with age until the age of 55, this was followed by decreased levels of NFR among older employees. Explanations for the decreasing levels of NFR in the highest age group can be found in several domains such as the work environment, private situation and compensation strategies. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0491-9Authors D. C. L. Mohren, Maastricht University CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Department of Epidemiology P.O. Box 616 6200 MD Maastricht The NetherlandsN. W. H. Jansen, Maastricht University CAPHRI School for Public Health and Primary Care, Department of Epidemiology P.O. Box 616 6200 MD Maastricht The NetherlandsIJ. Kant, Maastricht University CAPHRI School for Pu... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3066004 Thu, 03 Dec 2009 18:20:52 +0100 3066004 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3066005&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F21nj427365213603%2F Conclusions  The results suggest that occupational factors, behavioral factors and coping resources, as well as age, play significant roles in QOL in the medical professionals. Accordingly, interventional program designed to target relieving occupational stress, adjusting behavioral habits and increasing coping resources may be useful to improve QOL among medical professionals. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0496-4Authors Siying Wu, Fujian Medical University Department of Epidemiology and Health Statistics, School of Public Health Fuzhou Fujian ChinaWei Zhu, Zhengzhou University Department of Social Medicine, College of Public Health Zhengzhou Henan ChinaHuangyuan Li, Fujian Medical University Department of Occupational and ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3066005 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 18:43:26 +0100 3066005 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3055368&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp771gg47n4168k1g%2F Conclusions  Unskilled manual workers, the unemployed, and, to a lesser extent, the low-grade self-employed showed an increased level of mental distress. Activities to promote mental health in the Danish population should be directed toward these groups. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0492-8Authors Reiner Rugulies, National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Parkallé 105 2100 Copenhagen DenmarkIda E. H. Madsen, National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Parkallé 105 2100 Copenhagen DenmarkMaj Britt D. Nielsen, National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Parkallé 105 2100 Copenhagen DenmarkLis R. Olsen, Glostrup Hospital Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Copenhage... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3055368 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 08:30:04 +0100 3055368 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3043294&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fd75611t52737121q%2F Conclusions  Self-rated ED corresponded well to established scales for mental health, indicating sufficient construct validity. Individuals reporting s-ED at baseline were more likely to report sickness absence at follow-up, confirming its predictive properties. The s-ED instrument may be a useful tool for occupational health services in identifying human service workers at risk of having or developing a potentially disabling stress-related mental illness. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0490-xAuthors K. Glise, The Institute of Stress Medicine Carl Skottsbergsgata 22B 413 19 Göteborg SwedenE. Hadzibajramovic, The Institute of Stress Medicine Carl Skottsbergsgata 22B 413 19 Göteborg SwedenI. H. Jonsdottir, The Institute of ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3043294 Fri, 27 Nov 2009 07:03:19 +0100 3043294 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3043295&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fe170151j71h35782%2F Conclusion  Our results indicated that skill discretion and decision authority formed two distinct dimensions. Additionally, the item repetitive work should be removed, as well as one of the items work fast or work intense (demands). Future research is still required to confirm these findings. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0488-4Authors Yara Hahr Marques Hökerberg, Oswaldo Cruz Foundation Clinical Epidemiology Laboratory, Evandro Chagas Clinical Research Institute Av. Brasil, 4365, Manguinhos Rio de Janeiro RJ 21040-900 BrazilOdaleia Barbosa Aguiar, University of the Rio de Janeiro State Institute of Social Medicine Rio de Janeiro BrazilMichael Reichenheim, University of the Rio de Janeiro State Institute of Social Medicine... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3043295 Thu, 26 Nov 2009 07:59:14 +0100 3043295 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3043296&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F66880w2156033161%2F Conclusions  The incidence of CSE has declined due to legislative, technical, and hygienic actions. CSE is most probable in spray painting tasks with main exposure to aromatic hydrocarbons, when occupational solvent exposure exceeds 20 years, and the age of the worker is above 45. Our results indicate slower CSE development at lower exposure levels. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0493-7Authors Petra Keski-Säntti, Brain and Work Research Centre Finnish Institute of Occupational Health Topeliuksenkatu 41 a A 00250 Helsinki FinlandAri Kaukiainen, Occupational Medicine Finnish Institute of Occupational Health Topeliuksenkatu 41 a A 00250 Helsinki FinlandHanna-Kaisa Hyvärinen, Brain and Work Research Centre Finnish Institu... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3043296 Thu, 26 Nov 2009 07:59:13 +0100 3043296 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3099271&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv97446vt45283041%2F Conclusions  The effect of dust exposure on lung function described in older British and American coal miner studies was not confirmed. This can be explained partly by differences in methods (here: longitudinal studies, no prior exposure), but also by lower dust levels. NO x exposures showed no relevant influence on lung function—a result confirming findings from British coal mining. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0489-3Authors P. Morfeld, Institute for Occupational Medicine of Cologne University Cologne GermanyB. Noll, Institute for Occupational Medicine of Cologne University Cologne GermanyS. F. Büchte, Institute for Occupational Medicine of Cologne University Cologne GermanyR. Derwall, RAG Deutsche Steinkohle, Servic... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3099271 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:51:36 +0100 3099271 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3032919&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv97446vt45283041%2F Conclusions  The effect of dust exposure on lung function described in older British and American coal miner studies was not confirmed. This can be explained partly by differences in methods (here: longitudinal studies, no prior exposure), but also by lower dust levels. NO x exposures showed no relevant influence on lung function—a result confirming findings from British coal mining. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0489-3Authors P. Morfeld, Institute for Occupational Medicine of Cologne University Cologne GermanyB. Noll, Institute for Occupational Medicine of Cologne University Cologne GermanyS. F. Büchte, Institute for Occupational Medicine of Cologne University Cologne GermanyR. Derwall, RAG Deutsche Steinkohle, Servic... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3032919 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:51:36 +0100 3032919 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3011247&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F5p3377434685n562%2F Conclusions  In accordance with the literature, we find a strong association between BMI and knee osteoarthritis risk. Considering the relatively high prevalence of occupational manual materials handling, prevention of knee osteoarthritis should not only focus on body weight reduction, but should also take into account work organizational measures particularly aiming to reduce occupational lifting and carrying of loads. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0486-6Authors Ilias Vrezas, Cyprus University of Technology Cyprus International Institute for Environmental and Public Health in Association with Harvard School of Public Health Corner of Athinon Road & N. Xiouta Street 3041 Lemesos CyprusGine Elsner, Johann Wolfgang Goethe-Un... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3011247 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:08:22 +0100 3011247 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3011248&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv0qn83246q438400%2F Conclusions  Hazardous levels of Der p 1, endotoxin and moulds were determined in poultry houses. High prevalence of work-related symptoms and IgG antibodies to moulds was found in PW. Healthy worker effect is proposed as an explanation of low atopy markers prevalence among PW. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0487-5Authors Davor Rimac, Institute for Medical Research and Occupational Health Ksaverska cesta 2 10000 Zagreb CroatiaJelena Macan, Institute for Medical Research and Occupational Health Ksaverska cesta 2 10000 Zagreb CroatiaVeda M. Varnai, Institute for Medical Research and Occupational Health Ksaverska cesta 2 10000 Zagreb CroatiaMarija Vučemilo, University of Zagreb School of Veterinary Medicine Heinzelova 55 Zagre... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3011248 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:08:21 +0100 3011248 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2987886&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fu4723p6264801632%2F Conclusion  The effects of organizational justice on psychological distress seem to be mediated by reward at work (or ERI) while those regarding work engagement may be mediated by worksite support to a large extent, at least in Japanese workers. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0485-7Authors Akiomi Inoue, The University of Tokyo Department of Mental Health, Graduate School of Medicine 7-3-1 Hongo Bunkyo-ku Tokyo 113-0033 JapanNorito Kawakami, The University of Tokyo Department of Mental Health, Graduate School of Medicine 7-3-1 Hongo Bunkyo-ku Tokyo 113-0033 JapanMasao Ishizaki, Kanazawa Medical University Department of Social and Environmental Medicine (Hygiene) 1-1 Daigaku Uchinada Ishikawa 920-0293 JapanAkihito Shimazu, The ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2987886 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:45:12 +0100 2987886 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2983918&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fh712284490mu5813%2F Conclusions  Chemicals detected in Japanese newly built houses tend to increase the risk of subjective symptoms in residents suffering from SBS. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0475-9Authors Tomoko Takigawa, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences Department of Public Health 2-5-1 Shikata-cho, Kita-ku Okayama 700-8558 JapanBing-Ling Wang, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences Department of Public Health 2-5-1 Shikata-cho, Kita-ku Okayama 700-8558 JapanYasuaki Saijo, Asahikawa Medical College Department of Health Science Midorigaoka E2-1-1-1 Asahikawa 078-8510 JapanKanehisa Morimoto, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine Departm... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2983918 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:13:42 +0100 2983918 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2979986&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F2k116w2j072p5081%2F Conclusions  The MF used in this experiment did not affect cardiovascular parameters. Although an alternative explanation for why skin surface temperatures decreased in the sham and not in the real exposure condition is presented, the possibility of a MF effect cannot be excluded. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0484-8Authors David A. McNamee, Lawson Health Research Institute Bioelectromagnetics, Imaging Program 268 Grosvenor Street N6A 4V2 London ON CanadaMichael Corbacio, Lawson Health Research Institute Bioelectromagnetics, Imaging Program 268 Grosvenor Street N6A 4V2 London ON CanadaJulie K. Weller, Lawson Health Research Institute Bioelectromagnetics, Imaging Program 268 Grosvenor Street N6A 4V2 London ON CanadaSamantha ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2979986 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:13:42 +0100 2979986 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2983919&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fqk42623318243g1x%2F Abstract Objective  Two hundred and fifteen hairdressers suffering from occupational skin diseases (OSD) have attended a 6-month combined dermatological and educational prevention program with an education and counseling scheme as well as an intervention in the respective hairdressers’ shops. The aim of this program, conducted from 1994 to 1997, was to enable the affected hairdressers to remain at work without suffering from major OSD. Methods  To assess the sustainability of this interdisciplinary medical and educational training program, the intervention group (IG, N = 215) and a control group (CG, hairdressers with OSD who solely received dermatological treatment, N = 85) were followed up 9 month and 5 years after their ind... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2983919 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:13:41 +0100 2983919 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2979987&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F96161j3182p44343%2F Conclusions  Poultry workers may have excess occurrence of disease affecting several organs and systems, probably originating from widespread infection with a variety of microorganisms. The results for neurologic diseases could well represent important clues to the etiology of these diseases in humans. The small numbers of deaths involved in some cases limit interpretation. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0478-6Authors Eric S. Johnson, UNT Health Science Center Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health Fort Worth TX USALillian C. Yau, Tulane University Department of Biostatistics, School of Public Health & Tropical Medicine New Orleans LA USAYi Zhou, Tulane University Department of Biostatistics, School of Public He... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2979987 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:13:41 +0100 2979987 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2979988&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F0872v1k719767544%2F Conclusions  In an over-all evaluation, no clear-cut evidence was available for increased prevalence of Cd exposure-associated renal tubular dysfunction among general populations in the five prefectures in the northern part on the coast of Sea of Japan than in other prefectures in Japan, despite moderate elevation in urinary Cd levels. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0483-9Authors Jiro Moriguchi, Kyoto Industrial Health Association (Health Service Center) 4-1 Mibu-Shujakucho Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 604-8871 JapanYoshiro Inoue, Akita Health Care Association Akita 010-8543 JapanSigetosi Kamiyama, Morinomiyako Occupational Health Association Miyagino-ku, Sendai 983-0031 JapanSonoko Sakuragi, Kyoto Industrial Health Association (Health... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2979988 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:13:39 +0100 2979988 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2969515&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp4x346547h244976%2F Conclusions  Moderately exposed responders may experience health impacts from exposures in later stages of a disaster. Exposure to smoke may have had a greater lower respiratory impact than resuspended dust. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0474-xAuthors Matthew P. Mauer, New York State Department of Health Bureau of Occupational Health, Center for Environmental Health Flanigan Square, Room 230, 547 River Street Troy NY 12180 USAMichele L. Herdt-Losavio, New York State Department of Health Bureau of Environmental and Occupational Epidemiology, Center for Environmental Health Troy NY USAG. Anders Carlson, New York State Department of Health Division of Environmental Health Investigation, Center for Environmental Health Troy NY U... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2969515 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 19:54:15 +0100 2969515 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2966041&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fr281855311726042%2F Conclusions  In managers, gender moderates the health-related effects of the psychosocial work environment. The gender-dependent effects of the DCS model may play a crucial role in the understanding of female managers’ adverse health perceptions. Increasing social support for female managers may help to overcome gender inequalities in management positions. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0477-7Authors M. C. Gadinger, Mannheim Institute for Public Health, Social and Preventive Medicine Ludolf-Krehl-Strasse 7-11 68167 Mannheim GermanyJ. E. Fischer, Mannheim Institute for Public Health, Social and Preventive Medicine Ludolf-Krehl-Strasse 7-11 68167 Mannheim GermanyS. Schneider, Mannheim Institute for Public Health, Social and ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2966041 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:14:40 +0100 2966041 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2966042&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fh2ju4r8h832u2p69%2F Conclusions  The analysis shows that the decision-making process aiming at the provision of evidence-based health surveillance to SMF-exposed workers is characterized by controversial ethical costs and ethical benefits for workers and the other stakeholders. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0476-8Authors Giuliano Franco, Università di Modena e Reggio Emilia Dipartimento di Medicine e delle specialità mediche Largo del Pozzo 71-41100 Modena ItalyErika Mora, Università di Modena e Reggio Emilia Dipartimento di Medicine e delle specialità mediche Largo del Pozzo 71-41100 Modena ItalyRiccardo Perduri, Università di Modena e Reggio Emilia Dipartimento di Medicine e delle specialità mediche Largo del Pozzo 71-41100 Modena Italy... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2966042 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:14:37 +0100 2966042 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2966043&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F981112p255833405%2F Conclusion  NFR has high prevalence in highly educated women (35.2%) in particular those aged 50–64 years (40.3%). Our model did not explain gender differences in NFR, because working fewer hours counterbalanced the effects of lower autonomy and external workplace violence. Our model, in particular time pressure, largely explained differences in NFR between women at different education levels. Age differences in the prevalence of high NFR among highly educated women’s were fully explained by our model. Main factors were lower health ratings, adverse working conditions, and working as a teacher. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0481-yAuthors Petra Verdonk, Maastricht University Caphri, Social Medicine Universiteitssi... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2966043 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:14:35 +0100 2966043 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2962147&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F9rn314891834j27v%2F Conclusions  Our investigation confirms the importance of regular screenings for persons exposed to wood dust even years after the end of occupational or private exposure. Banal clinical symptoms such as epistaxis and nasal obstruction might be predictive, requiring early and thorough investigation. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0479-5Authors Susanne Ingrid Mayr, Friedrich-Alexander University of Erlangen-Nuremberg Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery Waldstraße 1 91054 Erlangen GermanyKamber Hafizovic, Friedrich-Alexander University of Erlangen-Nuremberg Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery Waldstraße 1 91054 Erlangen GermanyFrank Waldfahrer, Friedrich-Alexander University of Erlangen-Nuremb... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2962147 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:09:10 +0100 2962147 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2962149&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F0u3m44353h013vm6%2F Conclusions  Alcohol and tobacco consumption are a major public health problem for seafarers. Fishermen seem to be more liable to high consumption. Working conditions may explain these differences. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0473-yAuthors Emmanuel Fort, Université de Lyon 69003 Lyon FranceAmélie Massardier-Pilonchéry, Université de Lyon 69003 Lyon FranceAlain Bergeret, Université de Lyon 69003 Lyon France Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2962149 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:09:09 +0100 2962149 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2962148&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F03274q3h681k8758%2F Conclusions  Considering our results and taking into account that millions of children in Mexico are living in scenarios similar to those studied in this work, the assessment of health effects in children exposed to PAHs is urgently needed; furthermore, PAHs have to be declared contaminants of concern at a national level. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0482-xAuthors Rebeca I. Martínez-Salinas, Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí Departamento de Toxicología Ambiental, Facultad de Medicina Avenida Venustiano Carranza 2405 78210 San Luis Potosí, S.L.P. MexicoM. Elena Leal, Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí Departamento de Toxicología Ambiental, Facultad de Medicina Avenida Venustiano Carranza 2405 78210 San Lu... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2962148 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:09:09 +0100 2962148 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2937728&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F613231338817u050%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory AcknowledgementDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0470-1Authors Hans Drexler, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg Institute and Outpatient Clinic of Occupational, Social and Environmental Medicine Schillerstr. 25 and 29 91054 Erlangen Germany Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2937728 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:59:33 +0100 2937728 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2937729&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fn0h7wvk337274540%2F Conclusion  No trends of decreased physical performance were found after a workday or a work period. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0471-0Authors Anne Faber, National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Park Alle 105 2100 Kbh Ø Copenhagen DenmarkJesper Strøyer, National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Park Alle 105 2100 Kbh Ø Copenhagen DenmarkNis Hjortskov, National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Park Alle 105 2100 Kbh Ø Copenhagen DenmarkBente Schibye, National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Park Alle 105 2100 Kbh Ø Copenhagen Denmark Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2937729 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:59:38 +0100 2937729 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2907657&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F04465158h7l2276t%2F Conclusions  No evidence was obtained in the present analysis to suggest that either mortality as a whole or the mortality due to renal failure is affected by dietary intake of Cd in rice. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0472-zAuthors Naoru Koizumi, Geroge Mason University School of Public Policy Arlington VA 22201 USAFumiko Ohashi, Kyoto Industrial Health Association 67 Nishinokyo-Kitatsuboicho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto 604-8472 JapanMasayuki Ikeda, Kyoto Industrial Health Association 67 Nishinokyo-Kitatsuboicho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto 604-8472 Japan Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2907657 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:52:41 +0100 2907657 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2907658&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy8325l08172x5850%2F Conclusions  Our research confirmed the validity of t,t-MA and SPMA for use in the biological monitoring of exposure to low concentrations of benzene. Urinary benzene showed comparable validity to SPMA; both parameters are affected by smoking cigarettes in the hours before urine collection, so it is best to ask subjects to refrain from smoking for 2 h before urine collection. Urinary toluene was found to be a more specific biomarker than SBMA. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0469-7Authors Piero Lovreglio, University of Bari Dipartimento di Medicina Interna e Medicina Pubblica, Sezione di Medicina del Lavoro “E.C. Vigliani” Policlinico, Piazza Giulio Cesare, 11 70124 Bari ItalyAnna Barbieri, University of Bologna Dip... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2907658 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:00:06 +0100 2907658 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2897677&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F0385297570098l18%2F Conclusions  This study supports the concept that contemplators are more susceptible to receiving information but could not confirm an effect of stage-matching this information on reporting occupational diseases to the national registry. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0468-8Authors Annet F. Lenderink, University of Amsterdam Netherlands Centre for Occupational Diseases, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center (AMC) PO Box 22660 1100 DD Amsterdam The NetherlandsDick Spreeuwers, University of Amsterdam Netherlands Centre for Occupational Diseases, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center (AMC) PO Box 22660 1100 DD Amsterdam The NetherlandsJac J. L. van der Klink, University of ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2897677 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:00:06 +0100 2897677 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2850086&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ffj33144j45972323%2F Conclusions  Various individual, work-related and psychosocial factors were identified to be associated with high prevalence of musculoskeletal symptoms attributed to work in the shoulder and wrist/hand among office workers. Further research investigating the causal relation between these factors and musculoskeletal symptoms should be conducted. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0466-xAuthors Prawit Janwantanakul, Chulalongkorn University Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences Bangkok ThailandPraneet Pensri, Chulalongkorn University Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences Bangkok ThailandWiroj Jiamjarasrangsi, Chulalongkorn University Department of Preventive and Social Medic... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2850086 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 04:05:09 +0100 2850086 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2841584&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv157270182172528%2F Conclusions  It is a matter of concern that young physicians report to feel chronically stressed early in their professional career. Actions have to be taken to reduce the stress level mainly in regard to re-establish reciprocity between perceived effort invested and rewards received, in the form of esteem, monetary gain and career opportunities including job security. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0467-9Authors Barbara Buddeberg-Fischer, Zurich University Hospital Department of Psychosocial Medicine Haldenbachstrasse 18 8091 Zurich SwitzerlandMartina Stamm, Zurich University Hospital Department of Psychosocial Medicine Haldenbachstrasse 18 8091 Zurich SwitzerlandClaus Buddeberg, Zurich University Hospital Department of Psy... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2841584 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 16:42:02 +0100 2841584 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2835936&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F53q86p8u536586lh%2F Conclusions  This study provides evidence that uptake of PAH by football players active on artificial grounds with rubber crumb infill is minimal. If there is any exposure, than the uptake is very limited and within the range of uptake of PAH from environmental sources and/or diet. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0465-yAuthors Joost G. M. van Rooij, IndusTox Consult PO Box 31070 6503 CB Nijmegen The NetherlandsFrans J. Jongeneelen, IndusTox Consult PO Box 31070 6503 CB Nijmegen The Netherlands Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2835936 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 16:42:02 +0100 2835936 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2811966&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fpx16l8183g847u37%2F Conclusions  The findings of this longitudinal study suggest that a measure of daily vibration exposure calculated from unweighted r.m.s. acceleration over the frequency range 6.3–1,250 Hz performs better for the prediction of vascular disorders in users of vibratory tools than a measure derived from r.m.s. acceleration frequency weighted according to ISO 5349-1. This study provides epidemiological evidence that more weight should be given to intermediate and high-frequency vibration for evaluating the severity of hand-transmitted vibration. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0461-2Authors Massimo Bovenzi, Università di Trieste Unità Clinica Operativa di Medicina del Lavoro, Dipartimento di Scienze di Medicina Pubblic... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2811966 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 12:07:49 +0100 2811966 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2811967&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F715156276vg3586r%2F Conclusion  Initial and continuing training should be developed to encourage physicians, in particular GPs, to question patients on their working conditions and to become better acquainted with claim procedures. Physicians should also be provided with tools for identification of ODs that are suited to their practices, and collaboration with OPs should be fostered. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0457-yAuthors Sandrine Arnaud, INSERM, U912 (SE4S) Marseille FranceS. Cabut, INSERM, U912 (SE4S) Marseille FranceA. Viau, INSERM, U912 (SE4S) Marseille FranceM. Souville, Université Aix-Marseille Laboratoire de Psychologie Sociale, UPRES EA 849 Aix-en-Provence FranceP. Verger, INSERM, U912 (SE4S) Marseille France Journal Inter... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2811967 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 12:07:48 +0100 2811967 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2811968&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ff28r36478j6j078v%2F Conclusions  Asbestosis seems to be characterized by mild fibrosis today even in heavily exposed workers. To avoid radiation exposure in HRCT, age and lung function data may be used only to a limited extent to select imaging candidates. Selection and recollection biases may distort the relation between asbestos exposure and fibrosis. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0462-1Authors Tuula Vierikko, Tampere University Hospital The Department of Diagnostic Radiology Teiskontie 35 33521 Tampere FinlandRitva Järvenpää, Tampere University Hospital The Department of Diagnostic Radiology Teiskontie 35 33521 Tampere FinlandPauliina Toivio, The Finnish Institute of Occupational Health (FIOH) Tampere FinlandJukka Uitti, The Finnish Inst... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2811968 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 18:50:01 +0100 2811968 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2811971&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fe4226387176107q2%2F Conclusions  Strengths and limitations were observed in both the DCS and the ERI scales. The questionnaires could be improved by the revision of some items. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0460-3Authors Rosane Härter Griep, Instituto Oswaldo Cruz, Fiocruz Laboratory of Health and Environment Education Av. Brasil 4365, Manguinhos Rio de Janeiro RJ 21045-900 BrazilLucia Rotenberg, Instituto Oswaldo Cruz, Fiocruz Laboratory of Health and Environment Education Av. Brasil 4365, Manguinhos Rio de Janeiro RJ 21045-900 BrazilAna Glória G. Vasconcellos, School of Public Health, Fiocruz Av. Leopoldo Bulhões 1480, Manguinhos Rio de Janeiro RJ 21041-210 BrazilPaul Landsbergis, Mount Sinai School of Medicine Department of Community and ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2811971 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 18:49:59 +0100 2811971 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2811970&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fn81114p13k706334%2F Conclusion  The study confirmed the importance of differentiating between female-dominated occupations rather than talking about women’s working conditions as such. The study also emphasized the importance of considering psychosocial risk factors when examining physical health, in this case back pain. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0464-zAuthors Karina Nielsen, The National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Parkalle 105 2100 Copenhagen DenmarkKaren Albertsen, The National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Parkalle 105 2100 Copenhagen DenmarkSten-Olof Brenner, University of Kristianstad The National Research Centre for the Working Environment Kristianstad SwedenLars Smith-Hansen, The Nation... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2811970 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 18:49:59 +0100 2811970 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2811969&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fx35714111l328355%2F Conclusions  The findings are consistent with some effect of benzene at higher lifetime exposures. A proposed pooled analysis should improve quantification of any exposure–response relationship. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0463-0Authors B. G. Miller, Institute of Occupational Medicine Research Avenue North Riccarton, Edinburgh EH14 4AP UKW. Fransman, Institute of Occupational Medicine Research Avenue North Riccarton, Edinburgh EH14 4AP UKD. Heederik, University of Utrecht Institute for Risk Assessment Sciences Utrecht The NetherlandsJ. F. Hurley, Institute of Occupational Medicine Research Avenue North Riccarton, Edinburgh EH14 4AP UKH. Kromhout, University of Utrecht Institute for Risk Assessment Sciences Utrecht The Ne... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2811969 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 18:49:59 +0100 2811969 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2733121&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F8597h55942716022%2F Conclusions  There are limited data on carbon-based nanoparticles and very few data on other metal nanoparticles increasingly used in industry. The article reviews the literature on the percutaneous absorption of nanoparticles and their effect on skin. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Review ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0458-xAuthors Matteo Crosera, Università di Trieste Dipartimento di Scienze Chimiche Via L. Giorgieri 1 34127 Trieste ItalyMassimo Bovenzi, Università di Trieste UCO Medicina del Lavoro, Dipartimento di Scienze di Medicina Pubblica Trieste ItalyGiovanni Maina, Università di Torino Laboratorio di Tossicologia Industriale, CTO Torino ItalyGianpiero Adami, Università di Trieste Dipartimento di Scienze Chimiche Via L. Giorgieri 1 34127 Trieste Italy... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2733121 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 16:51:56 +0100 2733121 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2729119&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy132214627n3mvhw%2F Conclusion  In spite of limited statistical power, results show consistency with previous studies of nuclear workers potentially exposed to uranium. Further investigation based on more precise uranium exposure data should allow the estimation of uranium hazard effects among this cohort. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0455-0Authors Irina Guseva Canu, Service de Radiobiologie et d’Epidémiologie Institut de Radioprotection et de Sûreté Nucléaire BP 17 92262 Fontenay-aux-Roses FranceElisabeth Cardis, Barcelona Biomedical Research Park Center for Research in Environmental Epidemiology Barcelona SpainCamille Metz-Flamant, Service de Radiobiologie et d’Epidémiologie Institut de Radioprotection et de Sûreté Nucléaire BP ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2729119 Sat, 22 Aug 2009 18:53:13 +0100 2729119 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2729118&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F04370355771k2283%2F Conclusion  Eosinophil evaluation in nasal blown secretions is an important tool in monitoring the response to occupational specific nasal challenges. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0459-9Authors Patrizia Pignatti, Institute of Research and Care, Scientific Institute of Pavia Allergy and Immunology Unit and ISPESL Occupational Immunology and Allergy Laboratory, Fondazione ‘Salvatore Maugeri’ Via Salvatore Maugeri 10 Pavia 27100 ItalyGianni Pala, Institute of Research and Care, Scientific Institute of Pavia Allergy and Immunology Unit and ISPESL Occupational Immunology and Allergy Laboratory, Fondazione ‘Salvatore Maugeri’ Via Salvatore Maugeri 10 Pavia 27100 ItalyMarta Pisati, Institute of Research and Care, Scientifi... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2729118 Sat, 22 Aug 2009 18:53:13 +0100 2729118 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2724083&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F881723u01524058j%2F Conclusions  These results indicate that the major factors associated with occupational stress differed between male and female doctors in China. Overall, role boundary and role insufficient were the most crucial factors in male and female doctors, respectively. Therefore, occupational health education and occupational training programs with the purpose to improve doctor’s knowledge and ability to copy with their task should be considered to lessen occupational stress among Chinese doctors. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0456-zAuthors Hui Wu, China Medical University Department of Social Medicine, School of Public Health No. 92 Beier Road, Heping District 110001 Shenyang Liaoning People’s Republic of ChinaYang Zhao, Chi... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2724083 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:01:10 +0100 2724083 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2698385&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fyr30264580054553%2F Conclusion  Physically active employees perceive less stress and more energy. The association between stress–energy and salivary cortisol was affected by vigorous physical activity. No association between job control–demand and the degree of physical activity was found. Based on the present data, we recommend office workers—exposed to high job strain and inactivity at the job—to perform physical activity, preferably of high intensity, in order to reduce stress and increase energy. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0440-7Authors Åse Marie Hansen, National Research Centre for the Working Environment 2100 Copenhagen Ø DenmarkAnne Katrine Blangsted, National Research Centre for the Working Environment 2100 Copenhagen Ø ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2698385 Tue, 11 Aug 2009 00:03:51 +0100 2698385 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2680936&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fjr66218835722215%2F Conclusions  In general, occupational stress was associated with personal and work-related burnout for both judges and prosecutors. Client-related burnout was more common for judicial officers with low social support and the judges. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0454-1Authors Feng-Jen Tsai, National Taiwan University Institute of Occupational Medicine and Industrial Hygiene, College of Public Health Room 722, 7F., No.17, Xu-Zhou Rd., Jhongjheng District Taipei City 100 Taiwan, ROCChang-Chuan Chan, National Taiwan University Institute of Occupational Medicine and Industrial Hygiene, College of Public Health Room 722, 7F., No.17, Xu-Zhou Rd., Jhongjheng District Taipei City 100 Taiwan, ROC Journal International Archives... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2680936 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 20:43:58 +0100 2680936 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2662224&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F5rgvg16313664532%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory ReplyDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0436-3Authors David Allen Galbraith, Palo Alto Medical Foundation 795 El Camino Real Palo Alto CA USADavid Weill, Stanford University Medical Center 300 Pasteur Drive, Room H3143 Stanford CA USA Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2662224 Thu, 30 Jul 2009 08:10:06 +0100 2662224 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2662223&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fd84183782r17x172%2F Conclusion  This is the first study attempting to explain the motivation to perform skin protection measures in patients with occupational skin disease by applying an otherwise well established health-behaviour theory. The results emphasise the importance of health-educational and psychological interventions for patients with occupational skin disease. Promoting personal control over and attitudes towards skin protection measures may enhance the occupational health of individuals with occupational skin disease. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0448-zAuthors Uwe Matterne, University Hospital Heidelberg Department of Clinical Social Medicine, Occupational and Environmental Dermatology Thibautstrasse 3 69115 Heidelberg GermanyTh... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2662223 Thu, 30 Jul 2009 08:10:06 +0100 2662223 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2662225&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl8533505115542k4%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory ErratumDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0445-2Authors David Allen Galbraith, Palo Alto Medical Foundation 795 El Camino Real Palo Alto CA USADavid Weill, Stanford University Medical Center 300 Pasteur Drive, Room H3143 Stanford CA USA Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2662225 Thu, 30 Jul 2009 08:10:04 +0100 2662225 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2652638&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fe738g74h65441146%2F Conclusions  Female paper production workers had an increased mortality from lung cancer. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0446-1Authors Eva Andersson, Sahlgrenska University Hospital Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine Box 414 405 30 Göteborg SwedenBodil Persson, University Hospital Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine Linköping SwedenIng-Liss Bryngelsson, Örebro University Hospital Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine Örebro SwedenAnders Magnuson, Örebro University Hospital Statistical and Epidemiology Unit, Center for Clinical Research Örebro SwedenHåkan Westberg, Örebro University Hospital Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine Örebro Sweden J... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2652638 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 21:50:39 +0100 2652638 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2652639&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F6j661u1217620426%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory ErratumDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0453-2Authors Anne Helene Garde, National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Parkallé 105 2100 Copenhagen DenmarkÅse Marie Hansen, National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Parkallé 105 2100 Copenhagen DenmarkJohnni Hansen, Danish Cancer Society Institute of Cancer Epidemiology Copenhagen Denmark Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2652639 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 21:50:32 +0100 2652639 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2647966&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F9236m5711521xq24%2F Conclusion  Reduced dorsal hand skin temperature after acclimating to an ambient temperature of 18–22°C in those with more severe UEMSDs may reflect an underlying dysfunctional sympathetic nervous system. Further testing in epidemiological cohorts would be desirable to evaluate the generalizability and feasibility of this physiological measurement for UEMSD severity in the workplace. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0450-5Authors Judith E. Gold, Temple University Department of Public Health 1301 Cecil B. Moore Ave. Philadelphia PA 19122 USAMartin Cherniack, University of Connecticut Health Center Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 263 Farmington Avenue, MC 6210 Farmington CT 06030-6210 USAAlexandra Hanlon, ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2647966 Sun, 26 Jul 2009 22:20:03 +0100 2647966 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2647967&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F12740740m867420j%2F Conclusion  To identify “risk buildings”, it is necessary to adjust for ownership and population characteristics. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0447-0Authors Karin Engvall, Uppsala University Department of Medical Science, Occupational and Environmental Medicine Uppsala SwedenM. Hult, White Arkitekter Department of Project Managing and Environment Stockholm SwedenR. Corner, City of Stockholm Monitoring Department of Environment and Health and Administration Stockholm SwedenE. Lampa, Uppsala University Department of Medical Science, Occupational and Environmental Medicine Uppsala SwedenD. Norbäck, Uppsala University Department of Medical Science, Occupational and Environmental Medicine Uppsala SwedenG. Emenius, Karolinska... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2647967 Sun, 26 Jul 2009 22:20:01 +0100 2647967 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2644181&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F57612268102p3285%2F Conclusions  Occupational exposure to blood or body fluids is a common problem among DHCW and dental students. Measures must be adopted by official institutions, public health service, occupational health association and universities in order to reverse this situation. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0452-3Authors Sabine Wicker, Hospital of the Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University of Frankfurt Occupational Health Service Theodor-Stern-Kai 7 60590 Frankfurt am Main GermanyHolger F. Rabenau, Hospital of the Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University of Frankfurt Institute of Medical Virology Paul-Ehrlich-Str. 40 60596 Frankfurt am Main Germany Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-12... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2644181 Sat, 25 Jul 2009 00:28:57 +0100 2644181 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2644182&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fu30j759182855266%2F Conclusions  Belgian occupational health physicians are interested in the implementation of EBOH in their daily occupational practice and have a general knowledge of EBM. However, there are barriers in the legislative framework, the education and the information infrastructure, which first have to be removed. The time has come for the responsible authorities to take educational initiatives and to take a huge leap forward in the integration of EBOH into occupational practice. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0449-yAuthors Annemie Heselmans, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven School of Public Health Kapucijnenvoer 35 Blok d 3000 Louvain BelgiumPeter Donceel, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven School of Public Health Kapucijnenvoer 35 B... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2644182 Sat, 25 Jul 2009 00:28:54 +0100 2644182 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2639409&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F7652gt2k15446831%2F Conclusions  Skill discretion and relations with colleagues are major determinants of job satisfaction. However, attention should also be given to conflicts at work, support from supervisor and opportunities for further education, because the mean scores of these work characteristics were disappointing in almost all age groups. The latter two characteristics were found to be associated significantly to job satisfaction in older workers. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0451-4Authors Judith T. Bos, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre Department Primary and Community Care, Centre for Family Medicine, Geriatric Care and Public Health P.O. Box 9101 117 SG 6500 HB Nijmegen The NetherlandsNathalie C. G. M. Donders, Radboud U... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2639409 Thu, 23 Jul 2009 09:00:49 +0100 2639409 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2639410&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F201766163578x265%2F Conclusion  Smoking and indoor painting could be predictors of new onset of SBS symptoms. Focus on indoor environment in Sweden the last decades may have resulted in environmental improvements in the dwellings, which can be beneficial both for the inhabitants and for the future public health. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0444-3Authors B. Sahlberg, Uppsala University Hospital and Uppsala University Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 751 85 Uppsala SwedenY.-H. Mi, Uppsala University Hospital and Uppsala University Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 751 85 Uppsala SwedenD. Norbäck, Uppsala University Hospital and Uppsala University Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 75... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2639410 Wed, 22 Jul 2009 01:52:16 +0100 2639410 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2619541&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fb523m15508w62437%2F Conclusions  High resolution computed tomography scans are superior to X-rays in detecting lung alterations after asbestos exposure and are supposedly easier to interpret. Nevertheless, inter-observer variability did not differ between the two methods in this study. This was probably due to the only discrete asbestos-related lung or pleura alterations of this cohort and to the unfamiliar CT classification sheet, which was revised on the basis of the presented results. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0443-4Authors Elke Ochsmann, Medical Faculty, RWTH-Aachen University Institute of Occupational and Social Medicine Pauwelsstr. 30 52074 Aachen GermanyTanja Carl, Medical Faculty, RWTH-Aachen University Institute of Occupational a... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2619541 Sat, 18 Jul 2009 08:28:16 +0100 2619541 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2597210&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F684853r385571131%2F Conclusion  The findings of the present study suggest that symptoms related to HAV exposure significantly diminish the quality of life. This impairment can be seen in the different dimensions of well-being that are measured by EQ-5D. EQ-5D seems to correlate with both the severity of symptoms and the cumulative exposure index, and can thus be recommended as part of the health examination of workers exposed to HAV. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0441-6Authors Riitta Sauni, Tampere University Hospital Clinic of Occupational Medicine Tampere FinlandPauliina Virtema, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health 486 33101 Tampere FinlandRauno Pääkkönen, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health 486 33101 Tampere FinlandEsko Toppil... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2597210 Sat, 11 Jul 2009 06:46:22 +0100 2597210 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2592838&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F363172x3201333u1%2F Conclusions  IHRCB are an important personal resource that might moderate the effect of work-related stressors on work ability. However, longitudinal analyses are required to confirm these results. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0442-5Authors Matthias Bethge, Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin Department of Health Care Research and Quality Management in Rehabilitation Luisenstraße 13a 10098 Berlin GermanyF. M. Radoschewski, Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin Department of Health Care Research and Quality Management in Rehabilitation Luisenstraße 13a 10098 Berlin Germany Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2592838 Fri, 10 Jul 2009 08:10:25 +0100 2592838 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2549963&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fm0422n8031974003%2F Conclusions  Our results indicate that the two work stress models differentially affect salivary cortisol output. This finding suggests that combining the information from two complementary job stress models results in improved knowledge on the psychobiological correlates of the psychosocial work environment. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0439-0Authors Giovanni Maina, Università di Torino Torino ItalyMassimo Bovenzi, Università di Trieste Trieste ItalyAntonio Palmas, Università di Torino Torino ItalyFrancesca Larese Filon, Università di Trieste Trieste Italy Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupatio... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2549963 Thu, 25 Jun 2009 06:52:59 +0100 2549963 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2500159&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc8468k7811u84273%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Letter to the EditorDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0435-4Authors Kathleen Kreiss, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Division of Respiratory Disease Studies Mail Stop H2800, 1095 Willowdale Road Morgantown WV 26505 USAAnn Hubbs, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Health Effects Laboratory Division Mail Stop L2015, 1095 Willowdale Road Morgantown WV 26505 USA Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2500159 Wed, 17 Jun 2009 07:05:42 +0100 2500159 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2500160&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk150w439t223t873%2F Conclusion  Ambulance service personnel seem to be used to critical situations. There was few awareness of the “physiological” stress response indicating that stress is probably not perceived in work situations characterised by routines. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0428-3Authors Eva M. Backé, Federal Institute of Occupational Health and Safety (BAuA) Nöldnerstrasse 40-42 10317 Berlin GermanyGerlinde Kaul, Federal Institute of Occupational Health and Safety (BAuA) Nöldnerstrasse 40-42 10317 Berlin GermanyAndré Klußmann, University of Wuppertal (ASER e.V.) Institute of Occupational Medicine, Safety Engineering and Ergonomics Corneliusstrasse 31 42329 Wuppertal GermanyFalk Liebers, Federal Institute of Occupational H... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2500160 Wed, 17 Jun 2009 07:05:41 +0100 2500160 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2500162&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fb5hn12x124m3g214%2F Conclusions  BMI profile and prevalence of overweight and obesity differs between occupations and sectors. Despite the differences are explained partly by socio-demographic factors, based on a given distribution of age, sex, and education within each occupational group and sector, occupational group- and sector-specific strategies to prevent and reduce overweight are recommended. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0438-1Authors Karin I. Proper, EMGO Institute for Health and Care Research, VU University Medical Center Department of Public and Occupational Health Amsterdam The NetherlandsVincent H. Hildebrandt, TNO Quality of Life Leiden The Netherlands Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2500162 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 12:44:17 +0100 2500162 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2500161&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk2753066xn73561q%2F Conclusion  Altogether, this study indicates the presence of a low level PAH exposure among offshore oil production workers. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0437-2Authors Nancy Brenna Hopf, University of Cincinnati Cincinnati OH USAJorunn Kirkeleit, University of Bergen Section for Occupational Medicine, Department of Public Health and Primary Health Care Kalfarveien 31 5018 Bergen NorwayStacy L. Kramer, University of Cincinnati Cincinnati OH USABente Moen, University of Bergen Section for Occupational Medicine, Department of Public Health and Primary Health Care Kalfarveien 31 5018 Bergen NorwayPaul Succop, University of Cincinnati Cincinnati OH USAMary Beth Genter, University of Cincinnati Cincinnati OH USATania Carreón, Uni... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2500161 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 12:44:17 +0100 2500161 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2467104&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F74h2v4627832v573%2F Conclusions  To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this study is the first to show that sickness presenteeism appears to be an independent risk factor for future fair/poor general health. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0433-6Authors Gunnar Bergström, Karolinska Institutet Division of Intervention and Implementation Research, Department of Public Health Sciences 171 77 Stockholm SwedenLennart Bodin, Karolinska Institutet Division of Intervention and Implementation Research, Department of Public Health Sciences 171 77 Stockholm SwedenJan Hagberg, Karolinska Institutet Section for Personal Injury Prevention, Department of Clinical Neuroscience Stockholm SwedenTomas Lindh, Stockholm County Council Department of Occupational a... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2467104 Sat, 06 Jun 2009 10:02:49 +0100 2467104 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2462349&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F9206016634mp03w0%2F Conclusions  Obtained results may contribute to the development of biomarkers of exposure to tungsten. The association of such biomarkers to traditional determinations of cobalt in blood and/or urine may substantially improve the exposure assessment of workers employed in cemented carbide industries. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0434-5Authors Giuseppe De Palma, University of Brescia Department of Experimental and Applied Medicine, Section of Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene Brescia ItalyPaola Manini, Research Center at the University of Parma National Institute of Occupational Safety and Prevention (ISPESL) Parma ItalyMichela Sarnico, University of Brescia Department of Experimental and Applied Medicine, Section ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2462349 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 10:05:46 +0100 2462349 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2454302&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fx370053p6031763k%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory ReplyDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0431-8Authors David Allen Galbraith, Palo Alto Medical Foundation 795 El Camino Real Palo Alto CA USADavid Weill, Stanford University Medical Center 300 Pasteur Drive, Room H3143 Stanford CA USA Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2454302 Sat, 30 May 2009 08:20:35 +0100 2454302 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2445579&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fr9824m0656751268%2F Conclusions  Formulae allow a valid adjustment of organochlorine compounds in serum. The algorithm proposed by Phillips et al. provides some slight advantage over the others, in terms of simplicity of use. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0426-5Authors Roberto Bergonzi, University of Brescia Department of Experimental and Applied Medicine, Section of Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene Brescia ItalyGiuseppe De Palma, University of Brescia Department of Experimental and Applied Medicine, Section of Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene Brescia ItalyCesare Tomasi, University of Brescia Department of Experimental and Applied Medicine, Section of Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene Brescia ItalyMaria Cristina Ric... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2445579 Fri, 29 May 2009 08:16:30 +0100 2445579 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2445580&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv273264221u3g724%2F Conclusions  The wide variety of investigated psychosocial work conditions contributed little to the explanation of sickness absence in the medium-sized insurance office. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0425-6Authors C. A. M. Roelen, ArboNed Occupational Health Service PO Box 158 8000 AD Zwolle The NetherlandsP. C. Koopmans, University Medical Center, Groningen, University of Groningen Department of Health Sciences PO Box 196 9700 AD Groningen The NetherlandsU. Bültmann, University Medical Center, Groningen, University of Groningen Department of Health Sciences PO Box 196 9700 AD Groningen The NetherlandsJ. W. Groothoff, University Medical Center, Groningen, University of Groningen Department of Health Sciences PO Box 196 970... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2445580 Wed, 27 May 2009 06:04:07 +0100 2445580 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2438672&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F5p210355w2glxw31%2F Conclusions  The Swedish version of the QEESI is reliable and valid for investigation of chemical intolerance, but the Masking Index scale does not represent a unified concept of exposure to masking agents. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0427-4Authors Steven Nordin, Umeå University Department of Psychology SE-901 87 Umeå SwedenLinus Andersson, Umeå University Department of Psychology SE-901 87 Umeå Sweden Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2438672 Tue, 26 May 2009 07:42:16 +0100 2438672 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2438671&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F620121p27341vj40%2F Conclusions  This study found associations between life style, psychosocial job characteristics and fatigue. Because the high prevalence of probable fatigue was found in such small enterprises, the authors suggest that a short interview with some quick questionnaires in health checkup for these small enterprise workers are helpful to early detect psychosocial and fatigue problems. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0429-2Authors Fu-Wei Wang, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital Department of Family Medicine Kaohsiung TaiwanYu-Wen Chiu, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital Department of Community Medicine #100 Shih-Chuan First Road Kaohsiung 80708 TaiwanMing-Shium Tu, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital Department of Family Medic... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2438671 Tue, 26 May 2009 07:42:16 +0100 2438671 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2438673&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv1358v841550t222%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Letter to the EditorDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0432-7Authors Philip Harber, UCLA Los Angeles CA USARobert Harrison, CA Department of Health Services Oakland CA USAArthur Gelb, Lakewood Medical Center and UCLA Lakewood CA USA Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2438673 Tue, 26 May 2009 07:42:15 +0100 2438673 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2435688&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F3v41n4574426308u%2F Conclusion  Our results show that this population of workers is especially vulnerable from the point of view of perceived physical and psychological health and is exposed to strong physical, organisational and psychosocial constraints at work. They also demonstrate that poor perceived health is associated with some psychosocial (such as high psychological demand and insufficient resources) and organisational factors at work. These results, in conjunction with those from other disciplines involved in studying this industry, may help the companies to develop preventive activities. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0430-9Authors Christine Cohidon, Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1 French Institute for Public Health Surveillance ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2435688 Sun, 24 May 2009 06:09:17 +0100 2435688 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2431397&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fn6m677511470u261%2F Conclusions  The IPs change their judgment of the physical work ability of claimants with MSDs in the context of disability claim procedures more often when FCE information is provided. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0423-8Authors Haije Wind, University of Amsterdam Academic Medical Center, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health P.O. Box 22700 1100 DE Amsterdam The NetherlandsVincent Gouttebarge, University of Amsterdam Academic Medical Center, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health P.O. Box 22700 1100 DE Amsterdam The NetherlandsP. Paul F. M. Kuijer, University of Amsterdam Academic Medical Center, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health P.O. Box 22700 1100 DE Amsterdam The NetherlandsJudith K. Sluiter, University of Am... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2431397 Thu, 21 May 2009 06:15:55 +0100 2431397 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2431398&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F6v438p0605416876%2F Conclusions  The results indicated that the levels of background low-dose exposure to PYRs are not likely to differ evidently among general populations according to the area of residence. Moreover, employees of pest control firms, who have been away from PYR spraying operations for a week or more, still retain much higher urinary 3-PBA concentrations than general populations. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0424-7Authors Akiko Kimata, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine Program in Radiological and Medical Laboratory Sciences 1-1-20 Daikominami, Higashi-ku Nagoya 461-8673 JapanTakaaki Kondo, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine Program in Radiological and Medical Laboratory Sciences 1-1-20 Daikominami, Higas... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2431398 Thu, 21 May 2009 06:15:54 +0100 2431398 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2421665&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F056627248q777u52%2F Conclusions  Paramedics in the United States are experiencing percutaneous injury rates at least as high as, and possibly substantially higher than, most hospital-based healthcare workers, as well as substantially higher rates of exposure to blood on non-intact skin. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0421-xAuthors Winifred L. Boal, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Cincinnati OH USAJack K. Leiss, Cedar Grove Institute for Sustainable Communities Mebane NC USAJennifer M. Ratcliffe, Constella Group Durham NC USASara Sousa, Constella Group Durham NC USAJennifer T. Lyden, Advance Health Solutions La Jolla CA USAJia Li, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Cincinnati OH USAJanine ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2421665 Wed, 13 May 2009 06:07:29 +0100 2421665 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2401915&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fuj7766q38522h808%2F Conclusions  The results suggested the association between occupational pesticide exposure and inhibition of cholinesterases. Thus, medical monitoring of cholinesterase inhibition and intervention programs regarding safety practices during field work are important issues aimed at minimizing adverse health effects of pesticide. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0422-9Authors Sirivarasai Jintana, Mahidol University Division of Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital 270 Rama VI Road, Ratchatavee District Bangkok 10400 ThailandKaojarern Sming, Mahidol University Division of Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2401915 Fri, 08 May 2009 05:58:46 +0100 2401915 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2395616&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fh36617u58281322w%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory ErratumDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0420-yAuthors Lea Sell, National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Parkallé 105 2100 Copenhagen DenmarkUte Bültmann, University Medical Center Groningen Department of Health Sciences Antonius Deusinglaan 1, Building 3217, Room 605 9713 AV Groningen The NetherlandsReiner Rugulies, National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Parkallé 105 2100 Copenhagen DenmarkEbbe Villadsen, National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Parkallé 105 2100 Copenhagen DenmarkAnne Faber, National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Parkallé 105 2100 Copenhagen DenmarkKaren Søgaard, University of Southern Denmark Institute of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics Campusvej... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2395616 Tue, 05 May 2009 06:07:27 +0100 2395616 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2373430&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ffg755114x616554r%2F Conclusions  The poorest sleep quality was observed for nurses in mixed schedules working nights. The lack of correlation between sleepiness and 6-sulfatoxymelatonin on mixed night shift may indicate that the influence of endogenous melatonin is limited. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0419-4Authors Anne Helene Garde, National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Parkallé 105 2100 Copenhagen DenmarkÅse Marie Hansen, National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Parkallé 105 2100 Copenhagen DenmarkJohnni Hansen, Danish Cancer Society Institute of Cancer Epidemiology Copenhagen Denmark Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2373430 Sun, 26 Apr 2009 05:46:18 +0100 2373430 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2338179&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F587521p8k4k67q80%2F Conclusions  Reports of reduced work ability were significantly associated with both an increased risk of onset of LTSA and early retirement from the labour market, after adjustment for socio-demographic characteristics and lifestyle variables. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0417-6Authors Lea Sell, National Research Centre for the Working Environment Copenhagen Denmark Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2338179 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 06:01:49 +0100 2338179 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2338180&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fgm773j7u68157670%2F Conclusions  Especially for the diesel engine drivers, exposure can be regarded as rather high, in particular, when compared to recommended limits by SCOEL and MAK, though the exposures have been in line with the enforced German occupational exposure limits. Whether this exposure situation has caused adverse health effects will be investigated epidemiologically. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0418-5Authors Dirk Dahmann, Institut für Gefahrstoff-Forschung der Bergbau-Berufsgenossenschaft an der Ruhr Universität Bochum Waldring 97 44789 Bochum GermanyPeter Morfeld, Institute for Occupational Epidemiology and Risk Assessment of Evonik Industries Essen GermanyChristian Monz, Institut für Gefahrstoff-Forschung der Bergbau-Beru... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2338180 Wed, 08 Apr 2009 08:06:41 +0100 2338180 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2319972&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fh2047t6g202j34x1%2F Conclusions  Symptomatic hairdressers showed increased expression of IL5 and IFNG, but not IL13, during challenge. Hairdressers without work-related bleaching powder-associated nasal symptoms showed no markedly changed reaction. Atopics showed increased expression of IL5 and IL13. Thus, this may indicate a difference in the mechanism of symptoms between symptomatic hairdressers and atopics. However, due to the low number of participants, further studies are needed to elucidate the mechanism for persulphate-associated nasal symptoms. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0415-8Authors Lena S. Jönsson, Lund University Hospital Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Department of Laboratory Medicine 221 85 Lund SwedenK... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2319972 Tue, 31 Mar 2009 05:46:35 +0100 2319972 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2319975&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fx88304872w37q87x%2F Conclusion  Both acute styrene exposure levels of 40 ppm (range of standard deviation up to 54 ppm) and long term exposures to 27 ppm (range of standard deviation up to 44 ppm with higher exposure levels in the past) for a period of about 15 years were not identified as causing elevated risks for the investigated parameters of colour vision and contrast sensitivity. This statement contradicts the published results for styrene-related colour vision deficiencies but it seems to be compatible with published results for contrast sensitivity due to styrene exposure. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0416-7Authors Andreas Seeber, University of Dortmund Institute of Occupational Physiology Dortmund GermanyTh... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2319975 Sun, 29 Mar 2009 05:46:07 +0100 2319975 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2319978&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc7706363nx3079l7%2F Conclusions  The biomonitoring and neurobehavioral results are in line with the results of the first published study. The repeated measurement models of both studies showed no adverse neurobehavioral effects of Al welding. A modular lifetime-oriented research concept is outlined aiming at the investigation of sequential periods of exposure life with special focus on the biologically most sensitive phases like first exposure and old age. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0414-9Authors Ernst Kiesswetter, Institute for Occupational Physiology, University of Dortmund Ardeystr. 67 44139 Dortmund GermanyM. Schäper, Institute for Occupational Physiology, University of Dortmund Ardeystr. 67 44139 Dortmund GermanyM. Buchta, University... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2319978 Fri, 27 Mar 2009 06:53:55 +0100 2319978 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2293295&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fn1827x006u30l63l%2F Conclusions  During exposure to vibration, vasoconstriction in the fingers depends on both the frequency and the magnitude of the vibration. Finger blood flow was reduced by vibration magnitudes much lower than those on many powered hand tools. Vibration of one hand produced a similar vasoconstriction in fingers on the exposed and unexposed hand, suggesting a centrally mediated response. After cessation of vibration, there is continued vasoconstriction that depends on the frequency and magnitude of the prior vibration, with a similar effect in exposed and non-exposed hands. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0413-xAuthors Alexandra J. L. Thompson, University of Southampton Human Factors Research Unit, Institute of Sound and Vi... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2293295 Tue, 24 Mar 2009 07:08:34 +0100 2293295 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2281309&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ff7h7727211767hq4%2F Conclusions  The present review confirms that sedentary lifestyle by itself is not associated with LBP. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory ReviewDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0410-0Authors Shu-Mei Chen, Deakin University School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences 221 Burwood Highway Burwood VIC 3125 AustraliaMei-Fang Liu, Kaohsiung Medical University Faculty of Physical Therapy 100, Shih-Chuan 1st Road Kaohsiung 807 TaiwanJill Cook, Deakin University School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences 221 Burwood Highway Burwood VIC 3125 AustraliaShona Bass, Deakin University School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences 221 Burwood Highway Burwood VIC 3125 AustraliaSing Kai Lo, Kaohsiung Medical University Faculty of Physical Therapy 100, Shih-Chuan 1st Road Kaohsiung 807 Taiwan Jou... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2281309 Fri, 20 Mar 2009 10:41:28 +0100 2281309 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2271963&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy56331w02q4wuk78%2F Conclusions  Results from both models indicate that the probability of reporting dyspnea was increasing over time in this occupational cohort. The group-based model is capable of identifying multiple patterns of linear and non-linear change while the generalized linear mixed model is preferable when the population mean change (linear) is of interest. Both approaches were able to identify similar characteristics associated with longitudinal dyspnea symptoms. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0412-yAuthors Victoria H. Arrandale, University of British Columbia School of Environmental Health Vancouver CanadaMieke Koehoorn, University of British Columbia School of Environmental Health Vancouver CanadaYing MacNab, University of Brit... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2271963 Sun, 15 Mar 2009 08:34:17 +0100 2271963 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2267057&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F81w6088jx710q110%2F Conclusion  The recovery opportunities scale has good reliability and shows good content-, construct- and criterion-related validity in three samples of workers that differ in amount of heterogeneity. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0411-zAuthors Marc J. P. M. van Veldhoven, Tilburg University Department of Human Resource Studies P.O. Box 90153 5000 LE Tilburg The NetherlandsJudith K. Sluiter, University of Amsterdam Department: Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center Amsterdam The Netherlands Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2267057 Thu, 12 Mar 2009 09:58:23 +0100 2267057 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2267059&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp780400q17244417%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory ErratumDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0409-6Authors Adriana Ortega, National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Parkallé 105 2100 Copenhagen DenmarkAnnie Høgh, National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Parkallé 105 2100 Copenhagen DenmarkJan Hyld Pejtersen, National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Parkallé 105 2100 Copenhagen DenmarkHelene Feveile, National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Parkallé 105 2100 Copenhagen DenmarkOle Olsen, National Research Centre for the Working Environment Lersø Parkallé 105 2100 Copenhagen Denmark Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives o... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2267059 Thu, 12 Mar 2009 09:58:22 +0100 2267059 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2231523&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fn8k2nu27336g6676%2F Conclusions  There were age-related differences on muscular capacity. Younger workers who participated in sports frequently had the best muscular capacity. For aging workers, moderate sports participation seems to be effective in keeping them suitable for the relatively growing work demands. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0407-8Authors Heleen H. Hamberg-van Reenen, TNO-VU University Medical Center Body@Work, Research Center Physical Activity, Work and Health Van der Boechorststraat 7 1081 BT Amsterdam The NetherlandsAllard J. van der Beek, TNO-VU University Medical Center Body@Work, Research Center Physical Activity, Work and Health Van der Boechorststraat 7 1081 BT Amsterdam The NetherlandsBirgitte M. Blatter, TNO-VU Univer... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2231523 Sun, 01 Mar 2009 08:45:09 +0100 2231523 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2226624&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk8602p85g2174172%2F Conclusions  The higher urinary 2,5-DCP concentration in exposed (105.38 μg/L) than non-exposed (1.08 μg/L) workers suggests that 1,4-DCB exposure may increase the 2,5-DCP concentration in urine. Moreover, exposure to 1,4-DCB may also increase WBC count and ALT activity, and PPE may protect workers from 1,4-DCB exposure. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0398-5Authors Pao-Kuei Hsiao, National Taiwan University Institute of Environmental Health, College of Public Health No. 17, Hsu-Cho Road Taipei 10055 TaiwanYi-Chang Lin, National Taiwan University Institute of Environmental Health, College of Public Health No. 17, Hsu-Cho Road Taipei 10055 TaiwanTung-Sheng Shih, Institute of Occupational Safety and Health Division ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2226624 Fri, 27 Feb 2009 13:52:35 +0100 2226624 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2221603&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ff9581456jj73221x%2F Conclusions  The increased, though not statistically significant pooled RR for prostate cancer obtained in this meta-analysis indicates that occupational exposure to WBV cannot be ruled out as a possible risk factor for the disease. However, all included studies involved driving occupations with exposure to other risk factors for prostate cancer. Therefore, further epidemiologic studies are needed to better understand this association. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory ReviewDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0403-zAuthors Erin Young, University of Toronto Dalla Lana School of Public Health 155 College St Toronto ON M5T 3M7 CanadaNancy Kreiger, University of Toronto Dalla Lana School of Public Health 155 College St Toronto ON M5T 3M7 CanadaJim Purdham, University of Toronto Da... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2221603 Thu, 26 Feb 2009 10:34:29 +0100 2221603 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2215680&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv24vv11531r08788%2F Conclusion  The study supports the theory that decision authority, support and conflicts at work are predictive of depressive symptoms in the general Swedish working population. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0406-9Authors Linda L. Magnusson Hanson, Work Organisation and Health, Stress Research Institute Stockholm SwedenTöres Theorell, Work Organisation and Health, Stress Research Institute Stockholm SwedenPer Bech, Frederiksborg General Hospital Psychiatric Research Unit Hillerød DenmarkReiner Rugulies, Danish National Research Centre for the Working Environment Copenhagen DenmarkHermann Burr, Danish National Research Centre for the Working Environment Copenhagen DenmarkMartin Hyde, Sheffield Hallam University Department o... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2215680 Tue, 24 Feb 2009 09:44:45 +0100 2215680 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2215681&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc2666h3185584361%2F Abstract  Skin is an important route of entry for many chemicals in the work place. To assess systemic uptake of a chemical in contact with the skin, quantitative information on dermal absorption rates of chemicals is needed. Absorption rates are mainly obtained from studies performed with intact, healthy skin. At the work place, however, a compromised skin barrier, although not necessarily visible is common, e.g. due to physical and chemical damage. As reviewed in this article, there are several lines of evidence that reduced integrity of the skin barrier may increase dermal absorption of chemicals in the occupational setting. An impaired skin barrier might lead not only to enhanced absorption of a specific chemical, but also to entrance of larger molecules such as protein... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2215681 Tue, 24 Feb 2009 09:44:44 +0100 2215681 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2215682&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F4272773t261v6256%2F Conclusions  We demonstrate for the first time the allergenic relevance of additional proteins with molecular weights of 14, 30, 55 and approx. 67–97 kDa in more than 50% of farmers with cattle related symptoms. One of our most striking results was that 32% of the investigated farmers with cattle related symptoms showed negative results with commercial serological tests but distinct reactions with cow allergen in immunoblotting experiments. The Bos d 2 content in hair showed differences between certain breeds whereas German Brown and Simmental had particularly higher quantities of Bos d 2 in their hair than breeds such as Holstein-Friesian. These results strongly support the following recommendation: test results with commercial extracts that are contradictory to the... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2215682 Tue, 24 Feb 2009 09:44:43 +0100 2215682 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2209248&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fch6l208252444844%2F Conclusions  Differences in ill health between employed and unemployed persons were less profound in ethnic groups compared to the majority population, but the prevalence of unemployment was much higher in ethnic groups. The population attributable fractions varied between 14 and 28%, supporting the argument that policies for health equity should pay more attention to measures that include persons in the labour market and that prevent workers with ill health from dropping out of the workforce. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0408-7Authors Merel Schuring, Erasmus MC Department of Public Health PO Box 2040 3000 CA Rotterdam The NetherlandsAlex Burdorf, Erasmus MC Department of Public Health PO Box 2040 3000 CA Rotterdam The Ne... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2209248 Sun, 22 Feb 2009 06:48:59 +0100 2209248 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2199532&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fbwv5319315336k73%2F Conclusions  This study identified a wide range of job demands and individual characteristics related to physical/cognitive functional limitations. Prevention should aim at improving working conditions and adverse health behaviours. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0394-9Authors N. Chau, INSERM, U669 Paris FranceM. Khlat, Institut National d’Etudes Demographiques 133 Boulevard Davout 75980 Paris Cedex 20 FranceThe Lorhandicap group, INSERM, U669 Paris France Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2199532 Wed, 18 Feb 2009 08:50:42 +0100 2199532 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2199533&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fd2mk633877562221%2F Abstract  The effects of exposure to extremely low frequency (ELF) electromagnetic fields (EMFs) on human cardiovascular parameters remain undetermined. Epidemiological studies have utilized dosimetry estimations of employee workplace exposure using altered heart rate variability (HRV) as predictive of certain cardiovascular pathologies. Laboratory studies have focused on macrocirculatory indicators including heart rate, HRV and blood pressure. Few studies have been conducted on the response of the microcirculatory system to EMF exposure. Attempts to replicate both epidemiological and laboratory studies have been mostly unsuccessful as study design, small sample populations and confounding variables have hampered progress to date. Identification of these problems, in the cu... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2199533 Tue, 17 Feb 2009 10:04:17 +0100 2199533 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2181687&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fx2hh53xt3w067704%2F Conclusion  Our proposed framework is more likely to result in a balanced interpretation of a posteriori associations. In addition, this new strategy should facilitate the use of complex epidemiological data in quantitative risk assessment. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0402-0Authors Edwin van Wijngaarden, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry Department of Community and Preventive Medicine 601 Elmwood Avenue Box 644 Rochester NY 14642 USAGary J. Myers, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry Department of Neurology Rochester NY USASally W. Thurston, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry Department of Biostatistics and Computational Biology Rochester NY USAConrad F. Sham... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2181687 Wed, 11 Feb 2009 06:57:04 +0100 2181687 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2181688&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv153032x78x57825%2F Conclusion  Dampness, formaldehyde, and alpha-pinene were significantly related to SBS symptoms in newly built dwellings. We should, therefore, take measures to reduce the chemicals and dampness in dwellings. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0395-8Authors Makoto Takeda, Hokkaido University Department of Public Health Science, Graduated School of Medicine N15, W7, Kita-ku Sapporo 060-8638 JapanYasuaki Saijo, Hokkaido University Department of Public Health Science, Graduated School of Medicine N15, W7, Kita-ku Sapporo 060-8638 JapanMotoyuki Yuasa, Hokkaido University Department of Public Health Science, Graduated School of Medicine N15, W7, Kita-ku Sapporo 060-8638 JapanAyako Kanazawa, Hokkaido University Department of Public Hea... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2181688 Wed, 11 Feb 2009 06:57:03 +0100 2181688 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2181689&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl4w4kl3632033355%2F Conclusion  Preventive strategies to reduce neck and upper limb symptoms among computer users should include measures to reduce mouse use, to increase the comfort of the work environment and to reduce job strain. Although the effect estimates were relatively weak to moderate, preventive measures may have a marked impact on the incidence of neck and upper limb symptoms in the general population because of the widespread use of computers in working life as well as at home. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0396-7Authors Ewa Wigaeus Tornqvist, The Royal Institute of Technology School of Technology and Health Alfred Nobels Allé 10 141 52 Huddinge SwedenMats Hagberg, University of Gothenburg Department of Public Health and Communi... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2181689 Wed, 11 Feb 2009 06:57:02 +0100 2181689 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2172154&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F7l7u710217l36360%2F Conclusions  These findings suggest that muscular strength and influence at work are of relevance for sustaining good musculoskeletal health in workers with physically heavy work. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0401-1Authors A. Holtermann, National Research Center for the Working Environment Lersø Parkalle 105 2100 Copenhagen DenmarkA. K. Blangsted, National Research Center for the Working Environment Lersø Parkalle 105 2100 Copenhagen DenmarkH. Christensen, Grontmij Carlbro Glostrup DenmarkK. Hansen, National Research Center for the Working Environment Lersø Parkalle 105 2100 Copenhagen DenmarkK. Søgaard, University of Southern Denmark Institute of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics Odense Denmark Journal In... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2172154 Sun, 08 Feb 2009 07:00:06 +0100 2172154 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2172155&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fx6027360034w1356%2F Conclusions  In most countries, the incidence of serious health effects was low; however, there was a high incidence of minor signs and symptoms in a few countries, especially in Africa. A disproportionate number of incidents occurred during insecticide use relative to the time that they were sprayed. Failure to exercise caution as indicated by whether users had incidents involving agricultural equipment or livestock, and lack of confidence in their practices were the most important predictors of agrochemical-related incidents. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0399-4Authors John A. Tomenson, Causation Ltd 2 Field View Drive, Macclesfield Cheshire SK11 7JN UKGraham A. Matthews, Imperial College International Pesticide Applica... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2172155 Sun, 08 Feb 2009 07:00:05 +0100 2172155 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2163111&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj5013v1166707134%2F Conclusions  The overall cancer experience among employees of the wastewater treatment plant was similar to that of the corresponding general population. The finding of an excess risk for bladder cancer in one subgroup of workers was unexpected with regard to the available literature. There is no straightforward explanation for this finding, and it may be due to chance. An extended follow-up of this cohort will take place after 5 years. Annual bladder cancer screening is offered to active and retired employees from this plant for the time being. The current working conditions and work practices have been re-assessed by occupational hygienists and deemed to be safe. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-009-0397-6Authors M. Nast... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2163111 Wed, 04 Feb 2009 11:10:32 +0100 2163111 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2086561&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F838rr4g36k3532m0%2F Conclusion  Our results support the use of end shift TOL-U as a short term biomarker of occupational exposure to toluene and show the feasibility of self-collected urine sampling to investigate the elimination kinetics of industrial toxics in humans. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-008-0393-2Authors Silvia Fustinoni, University of Milano and Fondazione IRCCS Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine Mangiagalli e Regina Elena, Via S. Barnaba, 8 20122 Milan ItalyRosa Mercadante, University of Milano and Fondazione IRCCS Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine Mangiagalli e Regina Elena, Via S. Barnaba, 8 20122 Milan ItalyLaura Campo, University of... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2086561 Tue, 06 Jan 2009 16:16:24 +0100 2086561 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2032610&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F55757g2008tw2482%2F Conclusions  Necessary further research should concentrate on silica exposures both above and below those that induce silicosis, so that the shape of the exposure-response relationship may be identified, with adjustments for likely confounding factors including silicosis. Time-dependent information on silicosis and on silica dust is required as well as the application of methods like G-estimation to answer the important public health question: Is silicosis a necessary condition for the elevation of silica-associated lung cancer risks? Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-008-0387-0Authors Thomas C. Erren, University of Cologne Institute and Policlinic for Occupational and Social Medicine, School of Medicine and Dentistry Kerpener St... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2032610 Wed, 10 Dec 2008 07:55:13 +0100 2032610 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2013203&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ft56m543825294279%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory ReplyDOI 10.1007/s00420-008-0389-yAuthors Carlos Kornhauser, University of Guanajuato Leon Guanajuato MexicoAna-Lilia González-Yebra, University of Guanajuato Leon Guanajuato MexicoGloria Barbosa-Sabanero, University of Guanajuato Leon Guanajuato Mexico Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2013203 Wed, 03 Dec 2008 08:26:33 +0100 2013203 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2010652&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc587n4w8601016w7%2F Conclusions  Persulphate challenge affects hairdressers with BAR, but also atopics. The reaction may be driven by a Th1 cell activation. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-008-0392-3Authors Kerstin Kronholm Diab, University Hospital Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 221 85 Lund SwedenLennart Truedsson, University Hospital Department of Clinical Microbiology and Immunology 221 85 Lund SwedenMaria Albin, University Hospital Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 221 85 Lund SwedenJørn Nielsen, University Hospital Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 221 85 Lund Sweden Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-013... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2010652 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 07:32:27 +0100 2010652 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1995801&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj41w557423p14574%2F Conclusions  There was good reproducibility of HRV and RR in participants with prolonged fatigue complaints. Concurrent validity between HRV and RR measurements and fatigue was low. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-008-0391-4Authors Judith K. Sluiter, University of Amsterdam Academic Medical Center, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health P.O. Box 22700 1100 DE Amsterdam The NetherlandsAlida M. Guijt, University of Amsterdam Academic Medical Center, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health P.O. Box 22700 1100 DE Amsterdam The NetherlandsMonique H. Frings-Dresen, University of Amsterdam Academic Medical Center, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health P.O. Box 22700 1100 DE Amsterdam The Netherlands Journal International Arc... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1995801 Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:59:53 +0100 1995801 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1995800&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fa128h7n77g2r7xk7%2F Conclusion  According to our study, urinary concentrations of Co and W seem to be more reliable indicators of current workplace exposure than EBC concentrations. As far as new methods and exposure matrices for valid concentration measurements in respiratory organs and possible hazardous effects—especially of cobalt—in the lung are concerned, the present results are less clear-cut, and further research is required. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-008-0390-5Authors Horst Christoph Broding, Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nuremberg Institute and Outpatient Clinic for Occupational-, Social- and Environmental Medicine Schillerstraße 25 and 29 91054 Erlangen GermanyBernhard Michalke, Helmholtz Center Munich, German Resear... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1995800 Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:59:53 +0100 1995800 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1995799&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F34526n0225v85537%2F Conclusion  Cytological evaluation of nasal epithelium and GPX immunodetection are satisfactory methods to evaluate the earliest damage produced by atmospheric pollution in heavily contaminated cities. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-008-0378-1Authors S. A. Hernández-Escobar, Instituto Nacional de Cardiología Ignacio Chávez Pathology Department Mexico MexicoM. C. Ávila-Casado, Instituto Nacional de Cardiología Ignacio Chávez Pathology Department Mexico MexicoV. Soto-Abraham, Instituto Nacional de Cardiología Ignacio Chávez Pathology Department Mexico MexicoO. L. López Escudero, Instituto Latinoamericano de Comunicación Educativa Mexico MexicoM. E. Soto, Instituto Nacional de Cardiología Ignacio Chávez Pathology Departm... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1995799 Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:59:53 +0100 1995799 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1995798&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk220082n114332h2%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Letter to the EditorDOI 10.1007/s00420-008-0388-zAuthors Armen Nersesyan, Institute of Cancer Research Vienna Austria Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1995798 Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:59:53 +0100 1995798 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1979604&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fej332172u62416q7%2F Conclusions  These results support that ETS, frequent grilled fish consumption, and the ambient environment are important predictors of urinary 1-OHPG levels in South Korean children. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-008-0385-2Authors Kyoung-Ho Lee, Hanyang University Biomedical Research Group, Hanyang Brain Korea 21 Seoul Republic of KoreaRoel Vermeulen, Utrecht University Environmental and Occupational Health Division, Institute for Risk Assessment Sciences Utrecht The NetherlandsVirissa Lenters, Utrecht University Environmental and Occupational Health Division, Institute for Risk Assessment Sciences Utrecht The NetherlandsSoo-Hun Cho, Institute for Environmental Medicine, SNUMRC Department of Preventive Medicine, Seoul National ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1979604 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:10:33 +0100 1979604 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1979605&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F6124143x962017gh%2F Conclusion  These results indicate a cell type characteristic effect of arsenic in the development of lung cancer. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-008-0386-1Authors Dirk Taeger, Ruhr University BGFA—Research Institute of Occupational Medicine, German Social Accident Insurance Bochum GermanyGeorg Johnen, Ruhr University BGFA—Research Institute of Occupational Medicine, German Social Accident Insurance Bochum GermanyThorsten Wiethege, Ruhr University BGFA—Research Institute of Occupational Medicine, German Social Accident Insurance Bochum GermanySoile Tapio, Federal Office for Radiation Protection (BfS) Neuherberg GermanyMatthias Möhner, Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (BAuA) Berlin GermanyHorst Wesch, Deu... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1979605 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:10:32 +0100 1979605 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1974410&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fq740v27114v185j1%2F Conclusions  This short version of the ERI questionnaire reveals satisfactory psychometric properties, and can be recommended for further use in research and practice. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-008-0384-3Authors Johannes Siegrist, University of Duesseldorf Düsseldorf GermanyNatalia Wege, University of Duesseldorf Düsseldorf GermanyFrank Pühlhofer, University of Duesseldorf Düsseldorf GermanyMorten Wahrendorf, University of Duesseldorf Düsseldorf Germany Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1974410 Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:00:04 +0100 1974410 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1974411&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F8vg834w804085p0m%2F Conclusion  Acute exposures to up to 40 ppm styrene and long-term exposures to about 27 ppm averaged over a period of 15 years were not identified as being associated with an elevated risk of developing impaired cognitive and psychomotor functions or increased symptom levels with the tests applied. This statement must be qualified by two exceptions: performances in the Benton test and in a finger dexterity test were associated with parameters of long-term exposure as a dose-response relationship, but not with current exposure. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-008-0382-5Authors Andreas Seeber, Institute of Occupational Physiology at the University of Dortmund Dortmund GermanyThomas Bruckner, University of Heidelber... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1974411 Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:00:03 +0100 1974411 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1963619&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fd8306404864738j6%2F Conclusion  At low levels of benzene exposure (<0.1 ppm), (1) t,t-MA is definitely not a reliable biomarker of benzene exposure because of the clear influence of SA originating from food, (2) SPMA and B-U reflect the internal dose with almost similar accuracies, (3) genetically based inter-individual variability in urinary excretion of biomarkers seems negligible. It remains to assess which biomarker is the best predictor of health effects. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-008-0381-6Authors Perrine Hoet, Université Catholique de Louvain Industrial Toxicology and Occupational Medicine Unit, Faculty of Medicine Brussels BelgiumErika De Smedt, Occupational Health Service, Total Raffinaderij Antwerpen Antwerpen BelgiumMassim... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1963619 Fri, 14 Nov 2008 08:00:27 +0100 1963619 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1963620&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv1637853g228p5rr%2F Conclusions  Unequal opportunities at work and little experience in night work among precarious workers may explain their higher susceptibility to night work. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-008-0383-4Authors Lucia Rotenberg, Instituto Oswaldo Cruz, Fiocruz Laboratory of Health and Environment Education Av. Brasil 4365, Manguinhos Rio de Janeiro RJ 21045-900 BrazilRosane Harter Griep, Instituto Oswaldo Cruz, Fiocruz Laboratory of Health and Environment Education Av. Brasil 4365, Manguinhos Rio de Janeiro RJ 21045-900 BrazilFrida Marina Fischer, School of Public Health, University of São Paulo Av. Dr. Arnaldo 925 São Paulo SP 01246-904 BrazilMaria de Jesus Mendes Fonseca, School of Public Health, Fiocruz Av. Leopoldo Bulhões 148... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1963620 Fri, 14 Nov 2008 08:00:24 +0100 1963620 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1959520&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fq260j8v52um58257%2F Conclusion  Noise sensitive persons are more distracted by noise than insensitive persons. Furthermore the results suggest that noise sensitive subjects do not only evaluate a noisy situation as more annoying but experience higher levels of strain than insensitive persons. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-008-0379-0Authors Stephan Sandrock, Institut für angewandte Arbeitswissenschaft Uerdinger Str. 56 40474 Düsseldorf GermanyMartin Schütte, Institut für Arbeitsphysiologie an der Universität Dortmund Ardeystraße 67 44139 Dortmund GermanyBarbara Griefahn, Institut für Arbeitsphysiologie an der Universität Dortmund Ardeystraße 67 44139 Dortmund Germany Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental H... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1959520 Wed, 12 Nov 2008 22:21:42 +0100 1959520 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1946587&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc5v6p98u8x12470n%2F Conclusions  The risk of preterm birth associated with exposure to PM10 differed with the exposure period of the neonates. Therefore, when studying the impact of air pollution exposure during pregnancy, the exposure period during pregnancy should be considered. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-008-0380-7Authors Young Ju Suh, Samsung Biomedical Research Institute Center for Genome Research Seoul South KoreaHo Kim, Seoul National University Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health and the Institute of Environment and Health 28 Yeongeun-dong, Jongro-gu Seoul South KoreaJu Hee Seo, Ewha Womans University Department of Preventive Medicine, Ewha Medical Research Institute, School of Medicine 911-1 Mok-6 dong,... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1946587 Sun, 09 Nov 2008 09:57:41 +0100 1946587 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1923901&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fq11j62m16u2n4265%2F Conclusion  Cabin crew are exposed to equivalent noise levels below the current Swedish occupational standard, and have normal age-matched hearing threshold levels. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-008-0372-7Authors Torsten Lindgren, Uppsala University, University Hospital Department of Medical Sciences, Occupational and Environmental Medicine 751 85 Uppsala SwedenGunilla Wieslander, Uppsala University, University Hospital Department of Medical Sciences, Occupational and Environmental Medicine 751 85 Uppsala SwedenTobias Nordquist, Uppsala University, University Hospital Department of Medical Sciences, Occupational and Environmental Medicine 751 85 Uppsala SwedenBo-Göran Dammström, Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS) Department of... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1923901 Thu, 30 Oct 2008 06:52:22 +0100 1923901 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1923902&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F82073772ux772288%2F Conclusions  Taking all these secondary-outcome measurements together, the main result of this study was that skin protection creams alone have a small effect on the skin barrier in workers in the building and timber industries compared with skin care alone or in combination with skin protection. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-008-0377-2Authors Robert Winker, Medical University of Vienna Division of Occupational Medicine Währinger Gürtel 18-20 1090 Vienna AustriaBayda Salameh, Medical University of Vienna Division of Occupational Medicine Währinger Gürtel 18-20 1090 Vienna AustriaSabine Stolkovich, Medical University of Vienna Department of Dermatology Währinger Gürtel 18-20 1090 Vienna AustriaMichael Nikl, General Occupat... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1923902 Thu, 30 Oct 2008 06:52:21 +0100 1923902 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1917640&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fw36l51207523475t%2F Conclusions  In this national population the main pathways from education to LBP were through occupational exposure and lifestyle factors. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-008-0375-4Authors Annette Leclerc, INSERM, U687 Villejuif FranceJulie Gourmelen, INSERM, U687 Villejuif FranceJean-François Chastang, INSERM, U687 Villejuif FranceSandrine Plouvier, INSERM, U687 Villejuif FranceIsabelle Niedhammer, INSERM, U687 Villejuif FranceJean-Louis Lanoë, INSERM, U687 Villejuif France Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1917640 Tue, 28 Oct 2008 06:13:47 +0100 1917640