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Occupational hazards to hospital personnel

Journal Article · · Ann. Intern. Med.; (United States)
Hospital personnel are subject to various occupational hazards. Awareness of these risks, compliance with basic preventive measures, and adequate resources for interventions are essential components of an occupational health program. Physical, chemical, and radiation hazards; important infectious risks; and psychosocial problems prevalent in hospital workers are reviewed. A rational approach to managing and preventing these problems is offered. 370 references.
Research Organization:
Boston Univ. School of Medicine, MA
OSTI ID:
5517517
Journal Information:
Ann. Intern. Med.; (United States), Journal Name: Ann. Intern. Med.; (United States) Vol. 102:5; ISSN AIMEA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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