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Descriptive analysis of pesticide poisoning incident information in Oregon from 1994 to 1998

Creator:

Cohen, Lori

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The purpose of this research was to analyze the available pesticide poisoning data in Oregon from 1994 to 1998 in order to obtain a descriptive account of general incident information and of occupational exposures. These data were to be used by the Pesticide Analytical and Response Center for planning preventive...

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Masters Thesis

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Descriptive analysis of pesticide poisoning incident
Lead exposures in radiator shops in a nine-county area of northwestern Oregon

Creator:

Burnham, John William

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The primary objective of this study was to assess radiator repair shops' compliance with Oregon OSHA Lead and Hazard Communication regulations. Fifty radiator repair shops were randomly selected from nine counties that comprise the highest population density in Oregon. All 50 worksites were visited; of these 50 worksites, 22 were...

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Masters Thesis

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replete with documented cases of lead poisoning. Hippocrates reported a case of severe colic in a metal
Lead in imported candy from Mexico in four counties in Oregon

Creator:

Maxwell, Elisabeth D.

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Childhood lead poisoning is one of the most common preventable pediatric health problems in the United States. Fetuses, neonates, and young children are particularly sensitive to adverse health effects associated with lead exposure due to children's hand to mouth activities, their greater ability to absorb lead, and their vulnerable developing...

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Masters Thesis