It covers geology and mineralogy, industrial and commercial hygiene, cellular and molecular interactions, epidemiology of human diseases, physiology, lung function testing, clinical features, risk assessment, regulatory approaches, and absestos litigation.
This up-to-date electronic book on CD-ROM provides the best collection available anywhere of official Federal government information and documents on the subject of asbestos and conditions caused by asbestos. This CD-ROM uses next-generation search technology that allows complete indexing and makes all files on the disc fully searchable. For patients, practical information is provided in clearly written patient education documents. For medical professionals, doctor reference tools and texts have detailed technical information and clinical background material. Asbestos mainly affects the lungs and the membrane that surrounds the lungs. Breathing high levels of asbestos fibers for a long… [Read More]