Methylene chloride poisoning in a cabinet worker

Article Abstract:

Research presented concerns workers at risk for exposure to methylene chloride, focusing on the physiological effects of methylene chloride inhalation. Topics examined include the formation of carbon monoxide in the body, the effects on the central nervous system, and efforts to improve air circulation to decrease health risks.

United States, Statistical Data Included, Research, Occupational health and safety, Occupational safety and health, Physiological aspects, Hazardous substances, Hazardous substances risk assessment, Carbon monoxide, Methylene chloride, Carboxyhemoglobin

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Environmental exposure to volatile organic compounds among workers in Mexico City as assessed by personal monitors and blood concentrations

Article Abstract:

Research in Mexico City, Mexico, has shown blood benzene levels for several occupational groups is significantly higher than similar populations in Western countries. Chronic exposure to benzenes can produce blood levels 5 times higher than those in a US population.

Mexico, Environmental aspects, Public health, Mexico City, Mexico, Benzene

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